Melur

Melur is a village located in Yercaud taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Yercaud (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vazhavanthi is the gram panchayat of Melur village.

Melur has its own place in the vibrant Salem 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 634093. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636602. Salem 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 556 275 281
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 43 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 550 273 277
Literate Population 279 156 123
Illiterate Population 277 119 158

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

  • The total population of Melur village is around 556, including approximately 275 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Melur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melur village has 550 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melur village is about 50.18%, with male literacy at 56.73% and female literacy at 43.77%.
  • There are around 148 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 10+ 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melur

Where is Melur located?
Melur village is situated in Yercaud Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melur?
The Gram Panchayat of Melur is Vazhavanthi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melur?
The pincode of Melur is 636602, 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 556, with 275 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 50.18%. The male literacy rate is 56.73%, while the female literacy rate is 43.77%.