Melmangalam Bit-1 - Periyakulam, Theni
Melmangalam Bit-1 is a village situated in the Periyakulam taluka of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Periyakulam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Theni Allinagaram. Alagarnaickanpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melmangalam Bit-1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melmangalam Bit-1 is 641093. The village covers a total geographical area of 3164.64 hectares and falls under the 625602 pincode. Vadugapatti is the nearest town.
Melmangalam Bit-1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Periyakulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melmangalam Bit-1
As per Census 2011, Melmangalam Bit-1 village has a total population of 11,701 people, consisting of 5,884 males and 5,817 females. The village has 3,265 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,984 literate and 3,717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melmangalam Bit-1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,701 | 5,884 | 5,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,134 | 576 | 558 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 598 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 7,984 | 4,460 | 3,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,717 | 1,424 | 2,293 |
Nearby Villages of Melmangalam Bit-1
Melmangalam Bit-1 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 Melmangalam Bit-1
Melmangalam Bit-1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Theni Allinagaram to Melmangalam Bit-1 is about 20 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 Melmangalam Bit-1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melmangalam Bit-1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Melmangalam Bit-1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melmangalam Bit-1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melmangalam Bit-1
Where is Melmangalam Bit-1 located?
Melmangalam Bit-1 village is located in Periyakulam Taluka, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melmangalam Bit-1?
The Gram Panchayat of Melmangalam Bit-1 is Alagarnaickanpatti.
What is the pincode of Melmangalam Bit-1?
The pincode of Melmangalam Bit-1 is 625602.
What is the population of Melmangalam Bit-1?
Melmangalam Bit-1 has a total population of 11,701, including 5,884 males and 5,817 females.
How many households are there in Melmangalam Bit-1?
There are 3,265 households in Melmangalam Bit-1.
What is the literacy rate in Melmangalam Bit-1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melmangalam Bit-1 is 68.23%. Male literacy is 75.80% and female literacy is 60.58%.