Melakandai
Melakandai is a village located in Maduranthakam taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Maduranthakam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melakandai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Keelakandai is the gram panchayat of Melakandai village.
Here you can discover what makes Melakandai unique in its vibrant Maduranthakam-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Melakandai’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 Melakandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakandai is 630083. The village spans a total geographical area of 331.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603311. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Melakandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Melakandai
According to the 2011 Census, Melakandai has a total population of about 812, with approximately 408 males and 404 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.44%, with male literacy at about 68.87% and female literacy near 55.94%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melakandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 408 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 236 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 281 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 127 | 178 |
Connectivity of Melakandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakandai. As per the 2011 stats, Melakandai 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 13 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melakandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melakandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melakandai
- Where is Melakandai located?
- Melakandai village is situated in Maduranthakam Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melakandai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melakandai is Keelakandai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melakandai?
- The pincode of Melakandai is 603311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melakandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakandai is 812, with 408 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Melakandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melakandai village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melakandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakandai is 62.44%. The male literacy rate is 68.87%, while the female literacy rate is 55.94%.