Melamaiyur
Melamaiyur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melamaiyur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melamaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melamaiyur unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Melamaiyur’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 Melamaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melamaiyur is 629507. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600302. Chengalpattu is nearest town to Melamaiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Melamaiyur
Population of Melamaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Melamaiyur has a total population of about 8,468, with approximately 4,143 males and 4,325 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 928 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.75%, with male literacy at about 85.81% and female literacy near 79.82%. There are around 2,153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melamaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,468 | 4,143 | 4,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 434 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,107 | 1,496 | 1,611 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,007 | 3,555 | 3,452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 588 | 873 |
Connectivity of Melamaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melamaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Melamaiyur 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 5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melamaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Melamaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melamaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melamaiyur
- Where is Melamaiyur located?
- Melamaiyur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melamaiyur?
- Melamaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melamaiyur?
- The pincode of Melamaiyur is 600302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melamaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melamaiyur is 8,468, with 4,143 males and 4,325 females.
- How many households are there in Melamaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melamaiyur village has a total of 2,153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melamaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melamaiyur is 82.75%. The male literacy rate is 85.81%, while the female literacy rate is 79.82%.