Melur

Melur is a village located in Thirumayam taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumayam (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Melur village is also a gram panchayat.

Melur 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 Melur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melur is 639480. The village spans a total geographical area of 1018.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622507. Thirumayam is nearest town to Melur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,992 1,466 1,526
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 301 146 155
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,387 673 714
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 2,020 1,126 894
Illiterate Population 972 340 632

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

  • The total population of Melur village is around 2,992, including approximately 1,466 males and 1,526 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 301 children aged 0–6 years in Melur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melur village has 1,387 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melur village is about 67.51%, with male literacy at 76.81% and female literacy at 58.58%.
  • There are around 751 households in Melur village.

Connectivity of Melur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melur. As per the 2011 stats, Melur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melur

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

Kannanoor I Bit Rangiyam Thiruvasapuram Kannanoor Ii Bit Perendurai Alavayal Tirumayam Elanjavur Rayavaram Sengirai Melivayal

Frequently Asked Questions about Melur

Where is Melur located?
Melur village is situated in Thirumayam 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 622507, 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 2,992, with 1,466 males and 1,526 females.
How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 67.51%. The male literacy rate is 76.81%, while the female literacy rate is 58.58%.