Melavalavu - Melur, Madurai
Melavalavu is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Melavalavoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melavalavu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melavalavu is 640505. The village covers a total geographical area of 1418 hectares and falls under the 625105 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Melavalavu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melavalavu
As per Census 2011, Melavalavu village has a total population of 5,745 people, consisting of 2,903 males and 2,842 females. The village has 1,485 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,671 literate and 2,074 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melavalavu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,745 | 2,903 | 2,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 331 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,637 | 811 | 826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,671 | 2,192 | 1,479 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,074 | 711 | 1,363 |
Nearby Villages of Melavalavu
Melavalavu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sennagarampatti | South | 2.77 km |
| Pulipattii | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Pattur | North | 3.26 km |
| Kavathayampatti | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Kachirayanpatti | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ettimangalam | South | 4.42 km |
| Thumbaipatti | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Kesampatti | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Pudusukkampatti | South | 5.74 km |
| Kambur | North | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melavalavu
Melavalavu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudalnagar, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Melavalavu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melavalavu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melavalavu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Melavalavu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melavalavu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Melavalavu
Where is Melavalavu located?
Melavalavu village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melavalavu?
The Gram Panchayat of Melavalavu is Melavalavoo.
What is the pincode of Melavalavu?
The pincode of Melavalavu is 625105.
What is the population of Melavalavu?
Melavalavu has a total population of 5,745, including 2,903 males and 2,842 females.
How many households are there in Melavalavu?
There are 1,485 households in Melavalavu.
What is the literacy rate in Melavalavu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melavalavu is 63.90%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 52.04%.