Melastanam - Manamelkudi, Pudukkottai
Melastanam is a village situated in the Manamelkudi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manamelkudi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Mumpalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melastanam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melastanam is 639839. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.8 hectares and falls under the 614620 pincode. Aranthangi is the nearest town.
Melastanam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melastanam
According to the 2011 Census, Melastanam village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,297 males and 1,337 females, living in 531 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 73.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,634 | 1,297 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 160 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 104 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,934 | 1,043 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 254 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Melastanam
Melastanam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melastanam
Melastanam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Melastanam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melastanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melastanam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melastanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melastanam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melastanam
Where is Melastanam located?
Melastanam village is located in Manamelkudi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melastanam?
The Gram Panchayat of Melastanam is Mumpalai.
What is the pincode of Melastanam?
The pincode of Melastanam is 614620.
What is the population of Melastanam?
Melastanam had a total population of 2,634, including 1,297 males and 1,337 females.
How many households are there in Melastanam?
Melastanam had 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melastanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melastanam was 82.40%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 73.64%.