Melumalai
Melumalai is a village located in Hosur taluka of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Hosur (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Krishnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Melumalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melumalai unique in its vibrant Hosur-Krishnagiri region. You’ll see Melumalai’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 Melumalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melumalai is 643844. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635115. Krishnagiri is nearest town to Melumalai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Melumalai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Veppanahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Melumalai
Population of Melumalai
According to the 2011 Census, Melumalai has a total population of about 1,153, with approximately 581 males and 572 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 621 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 55.68%, with male literacy at about 62.99% and female literacy near 48.25%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melumalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,153 | 581 | 572 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 308 | 313 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 642 | 366 | 276 |
Illiterate Population | 511 | 215 | 296 |
Connectivity of Melumalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melumalai. As per the 2011 stats, Melumalai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melumalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melumalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melumalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melumalai
- Where is Melumalai located?
- Melumalai village is situated in Hosur Taluka, within the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melumalai?
- Melumalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melumalai?
- The pincode of Melumalai is 635115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melumalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melumalai is 1,153, with 581 males and 572 females.
- How many households are there in Melumalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melumalai village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melumalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melumalai is 55.68%. The male literacy rate is 62.99%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.