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.
Melakottiyur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Melakottiyur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melakottiyur village:
- The total population of Melakottiyur village is around 4,865, including approximately 2,443 males and 2,422 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 643 children aged 0–6 years in Melakottiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melakottiyur village has 1,503 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Melakottiyur village is about 68.86%, with male literacy at 73.48% and female literacy at 64.20%.
- There are around 1,203 households in Melakottiyur village.
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) |
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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%.