Melur1 - Coonoor, The Nilgiris
Melur1 is a village situated in the Coonoor taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Coonoor and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Melur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melur1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melur1 is 635114. The village covers a total geographical area of 4306.12 hectares and falls under the 643204 pincode. Coonoor is the nearest town.
Melur1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Coonoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melur1
As per Census 2011, Melur1 village has a total population of 13,244 people, consisting of 6,442 males and 6,802 females. The village has 3,944 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,966 literate and 3,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melur1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,244 | 6,442 | 6,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,101 | 553 | 548 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,529 | 3,185 | 3,344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 9,966 | 5,389 | 4,577 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,278 | 1,053 | 2,225 |
Nearby Villages of Melur1
Melur1 is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melur1
Melur1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Melur1.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udhagamandalam to Melur1 is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melur1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melur1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Melur1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melur1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melur1
Where is Melur1 located?
Melur1 village is located in Coonoor Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melur1?
The Gram Panchayat of Melur1 is Melur.
What is the pincode of Melur1?
The pincode of Melur1 is 643204.
What is the population of Melur1?
Melur1 has a total population of 13,244, including 6,442 males and 6,802 females.
How many households are there in Melur1?
There are 3,944 households in Melur1.
What is the literacy rate in Melur1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melur1 is 75.25%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 67.29%.