Melakottai
Melakottai is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Melakkottai is the gram panchayat of Melakottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Melakottai unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Melakottai’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 Melakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakottai is 640958. The village spans a total geographical area of 1019.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625706. Thirumangalam is nearest town to Melakottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Melakottai
Population of Melakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Melakottai has a total population of about 5,156, with approximately 2,564 males and 2,592 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 515 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,943 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.67%, with male literacy at about 82.68% and female literacy near 66.74%. There are around 1,376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,156 | 2,564 | 2,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 255 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,943 | 972 | 971 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,850 | 2,120 | 1,730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 444 | 862 |
Connectivity of Melakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Melakottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melakottai
- Where is Melakottai located?
- Melakottai village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melakottai is Melakkottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melakottai?
- The pincode of Melakottai is 625706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakottai is 5,156, with 2,564 males and 2,592 females.
- How many households are there in Melakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melakottai village has a total of 1,376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakottai is 74.67%. The male literacy rate is 82.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.74%.