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.
Melakandai 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Melakandai 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melakandai village:
- The total population of Melakandai village is around 812, including approximately 408 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Melakandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melakandai village has 472 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Melakandai village is about 62.44%, with male literacy at 68.87% and female literacy at 55.94%.
- There are around 195 households in Melakandai village.
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%.