Melaiyur

Melaiyur is a village located in Tharangambadi taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tharangambadi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Melaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Melaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 Melaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melaiyur is 637558. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609304. Mayiladuthurai is nearest town to Melaiyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melaiyur

Below is a concise population overview of Melaiyur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,061 993 1,068
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 93 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) 747 370 377
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,564 816 748
Illiterate Population 497 177 320

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melaiyur village:

  • The total population of Melaiyur village is around 2,061, including approximately 993 males and 1,068 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Melaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melaiyur village has 747 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melaiyur village is about 75.89%, with male literacy at 82.18% and female literacy at 70.04%.
  • There are around 553 households in Melaiyur village.

Connectivity of Melaiyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Melaiyur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melaiyur

Knowing the nearby villages of Melaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melaiyur.

Kanjanagaram Karuvazhakarai Lakshiminayanapuram I Lakshminayanapuram Ii Nadukkarai Melpathi Nadukkarai Keelapathi Kizhaiyur

Frequently Asked Questions about Melaiyur

Where is Melaiyur located?
Melaiyur village is situated in Tharangambadi Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melaiyur?
Melaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melaiyur?
The pincode of Melaiyur is 609304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melaiyur is 2,061, with 993 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melaiyur village has a total of 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melaiyur is 75.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.18%, while the female literacy rate is 70.04%.