Melapattu
About Melapattu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melapattu village is 639747. Melapattu village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 663.27 hectares. Melapattu has a total population of 2,616 peoples, out of which male population is 1,295 while female population is 1,321. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melapattu village is 71.67% out of which 78.15% males and 65.33% females are literate. There are about 647 houses in melapattu village. Pincode of melapattu village locality is 614616.
When it comes to administration, Melapattu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Melapattu village comes under Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha constituency. Aranthangi is nearest town to melapattu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melapattu
The population details of Melapattu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,616 | 1,295 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 702 | 349 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,012 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 283 | 458 |
Connectivity of Melapattu
| 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 |
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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%.