Melakulam

Melakulam is a village located in Mudukulathur taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mudukulathur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Vilakkanenthal is the gram panchayat of Melakulam village.

Melakulam has its own place in the vibrant Ramanathapuram 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 Melakulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakulam is 641965. The village spans a total geographical area of 1098.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623704. Paramakudi is nearest town to Melakulam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melakulam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,778 860 918
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 194 101 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 322 154 168
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,099 621 478
Illiterate Population 679 239 440

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

  • The total population of Melakulam village is around 1,778, including approximately 860 males and 918 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 194 children aged 0–6 years in Melakulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melakulam village has 322 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melakulam village is about 61.81%, with male literacy at 72.21% and female literacy at 52.07%.
  • There are around 444 households in Melakulam village.

Connectivity of Melakulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Melakulam 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Melakulam

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

Keelakodumalur Vikkiramapandiapuram Sathanur Koothadiyendal Merkkukottagudi Keelakulam Keelathooval Sellur Kolundurai Thiruvarangam Swathan

Frequently Asked Questions about Melakulam

Where is Melakulam located?
Melakulam village is situated in Mudukulathur Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melakulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Melakulam is Vilakkanenthal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melakulam?
The pincode of Melakulam is 623704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakulam is 1,778, with 860 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Melakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melakulam village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melakulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakulam is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 72.21%, while the female literacy rate is 52.07%.