Melamudukulathur - Mudukulathur, Ramanathapuram
Melamudukulathur is a village situated in the Mudukulathur taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mudukulathur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Selvanayagapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melamudukulathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melamudukulathur is 641980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1431.12 hectares and falls under the 623704 pincode. Mudukalathur is the nearest town.
Melamudukulathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melamudukulathur
As per Census 2011, Melamudukulathur village has a total population of 2,589 people, consisting of 1,314 males and 1,275 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,769 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melamudukulathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,589 | 1,314 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 149 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,769 | 989 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 325 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Melamudukulathur
Melamudukulathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulvoikulam | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Enathi | South | 3.84 km |
| Kandilan | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Keeranur | North | 4.04 km |
| Chithirangudi | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Vilangalathur | North-East | 5.30 km |
| Nallur | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Anaiseri | North | 6.05 km |
| Sonaipiriyankottai | South-West | 6.63 km |
| Oruvanendal | South | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melamudukulathur
Melamudukulathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Melamudukulathur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melamudukulathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melamudukulathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melamudukulathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melamudukulathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Melamudukulathur
Where is Melamudukulathur located?
Melamudukulathur village is located in Mudukulathur Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melamudukulathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Melamudukulathur is Selvanayagapuram.
What is the pincode of Melamudukulathur?
The pincode of Melamudukulathur is 623704.
What is the population of Melamudukulathur?
Melamudukulathur has a total population of 2,589, including 1,314 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Melamudukulathur?
There are 617 households in Melamudukulathur.
What is the literacy rate in Melamudukulathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melamudukulathur is 68.33%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 61.18%.