Melpakkam
Melpakkam is a village located in Uthiramerur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Uthiramerur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melpakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melpakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melpakkam unique in its vibrant Uthiramerur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Melpakkam’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 Melpakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melpakkam is 629749. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603402. Uthiramerur is nearest town to Melpakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Melpakkam
Population of Melpakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Melpakkam has a total population of about 581, with approximately 272 males and 309 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.90%, with male literacy at about 69.49% and female literacy near 51.46%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melpakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 581 | 272 | 309 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Literate Population | 348 | 189 | 159 |
Illiterate Population | 233 | 83 | 150 |
Connectivity of Melpakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melpakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Melpakkam 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 2 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 27 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melpakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Melpakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melpakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melpakkam
- Where is Melpakkam located?
- Melpakkam village is situated in Uthiramerur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melpakkam?
- Melpakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melpakkam?
- The pincode of Melpakkam is 603402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melpakkam is 581, with 272 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melpakkam village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melpakkam is 59.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.49%, while the female literacy rate is 51.46%.