Melayur
About Melayur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melayur village is 640463. Melayur village is located in Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ilayangudi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Melayur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 761.42 hectares. Melayur has a total population of 1,869 peoples, out of which male population is 948 while female population is 921. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melayur village is 57.62% out of which 67.30% males and 47.67% females are literate. There are about 471 houses in melayur village. Pincode of melayur village locality is 630702.
When it comes to administration, Melayur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Melayur village comes under Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Ilayangudi is nearest town to melayur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melayur
The population details of Melayur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,869 | 948 | 921 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 638 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 310 | 482 |
Connectivity of Melayur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melayur
Where is Melayur located?
Melayur village is situated in Ilayangudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melayur?
Melayur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melayur?
The pincode of Melayur is 630702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melayur is 1,869, with 948 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Melayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melayur village has a total of 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melayur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melayur is 57.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.30%, while the female literacy rate is 47.67%.