Melakottiyur

Melakottiyur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melakottiyur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melakottiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Melakottiyur unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Melakottiyur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Melakottiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakottiyur is 629407. The village spans a total geographical area of 440.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600127. Thiruporur is nearest town to Melakottiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Melakottiyur

According to the 2011 Census, Melakottiyur has a total population of about 4,865, with approximately 2,443 males and 2,422 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 643 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.86%, with male literacy at about 73.48% and female literacy near 64.20%. There are around 1,203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melakottiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,865 2,443 2,422
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 643 323 320
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,503 748 755
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 26 17
Literate Population 3,350 1,795 1,555
Illiterate Population 1,515 648 867

Connectivity of Melakottiyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakottiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Melakottiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 7 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melakottiyur

Knowing the nearby villages of Melakottiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakottiyur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Melakottiyur

Where is Melakottiyur located?
Melakottiyur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melakottiyur?
Melakottiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melakottiyur?
The pincode of Melakottiyur is 600127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melakottiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakottiyur is 4,865, with 2,443 males and 2,422 females.
How many households are there in Melakottiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melakottiyur village has a total of 1,203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melakottiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakottiyur is 68.86%. The male literacy rate is 73.48%, while the female literacy rate is 64.20%.