Melapattu

Melapattu is a village located in Aranthangi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Aranthangi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Melappattu is the gram panchayat of Melapattu village.

Melapattu has its own place in the vibrant Pudukkottai 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 Melapattu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melapattu is 639747. The village spans a total geographical area of 663.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614616. Aranthangi is nearest town to Melapattu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Melapattu 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 Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Melapattu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,616 1,295 1,321
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 338 170 168
Scheduled Castes (SC) 702 349 353
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,875 1,012 863
Illiterate Population 741 283 458

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

  • The total population of Melapattu village is around 2,616, including approximately 1,295 males and 1,321 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 338 children aged 0–6 years in Melapattu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melapattu village has 702 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melapattu village is about 71.67%, with male literacy at 78.15% and female literacy at 65.33%.
  • There are around 647 households in Melapattu village.

Connectivity of Melapattu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melapattu. As per the 2011 stats, Melapattu 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 Melapattu

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

Chittakanni Pidarikkadu Memangalam Kovilvayal Kummakkadu Pallathivayal Urvani Alangudi Idaiyar Kulattur Puduvakkottai

Frequently Asked Questions about Melapattu

Where is Melapattu located?
Melapattu village is situated in Aranthangi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melapattu?
The Gram Panchayat of Melapattu is Melappattu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melapattu?
The pincode of Melapattu is 614616, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melapattu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melapattu is 2,616, with 1,295 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Melapattu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melapattu village has a total of 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melapattu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melapattu is 71.67%. The male literacy rate is 78.15%, while the female literacy rate is 65.33%.