Melur
About Melur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melur village is 639364. Melur village is located in Kulathur taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Keeranur (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Melur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 855.7 hectares. Melur has a total population of 2,534 peoples, out of which male population is 1,230 while female population is 1,304. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1060 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melur village is 64.56% out of which 71.54% males and 57.98% females are literate. There are about 602 houses in melur village. Pincode of melur village locality is 622501.
When it comes to administration, Melur 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, Melur village comes under Gandarvakottai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency. Pudukkottai is nearest town to melur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melur
The population details of Melur 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 | 2,534 | 1,230 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 324 | 172 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 512 | 246 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 880 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 350 | 548 |
Connectivity of Melur
| 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 Melur
Where is Melur located?
Melur village is situated in Kulathur Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melur?
Melur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melur?
The pincode of Melur is 622501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melur is 2,534, with 1,230 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 602 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 64.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.54%, while the female literacy rate is 57.98%.