Melachengambadi - Harur, Dharmapuri
Melachengambadi is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Vedakattamaduvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melachengambadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melachengambadi is 643365. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.7 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Melachengambadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melachengambadi
According to the 2011 Census, Melachengambadi village had a total population of 720 people, including 375 males and 345 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.56%, with male literacy at 68.14% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 497, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 375 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 260 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 216 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 159 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Melachengambadi
Melachengambadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Andiyur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Mondukuli | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Alambadi | East | 1.73 km |
| Vedakadamaduvu | North | 2.18 km |
| Theerthamalai | West | 2.94 km |
| Kilchengampadi | East | 3.02 km |
| Kattuvadichampatti | West | 3.60 km |
| Theerthamalai R.f. | South | 4.86 km |
| Palaiyam | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Periyappannimaduvu | North-West | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melachengambadi
Public transport in the Melachengambadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Melachengambadi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melachengambadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melachengambadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Melachengambadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melachengambadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melachengambadi
Where is Melachengambadi located?
Melachengambadi village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melachengambadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Melachengambadi is Vedakattamaduvu.
What is the pincode of Melachengambadi?
The pincode of Melachengambadi is 636907.
What is the population of Melachengambadi?
Melachengambadi had a total population of 720, including 375 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Melachengambadi?
Melachengambadi had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melachengambadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melachengambadi was 60.56%. Male literacy was 68.14% and female literacy was 52.38%.