Mela Eral
Mela Eral is a village located in Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Ettayapuram (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Mela Eral village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mela Eral unique in its vibrant Ettayapuram-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Mela Eral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mela Eral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mela Eral is 642289. The village spans a total geographical area of 819.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628908. Ettayapuram is nearest town to Mela Eral village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mela Eral
Population of Mela Eral
According to the 2011 Census, Mela Eral has a total population of about 1,389, with approximately 710 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 874 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.23%, with male literacy at about 74.93% and female literacy near 55.08%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mela Eral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 710 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 874 | 441 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 906 | 532 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 178 | 305 |
Connectivity of Mela Eral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mela Eral. As per the 2011 stats, Mela Eral had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mela Eral
Knowing the nearby villages of Mela Eral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mela Eral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mela Eral
- Where is Mela Eral located?
- Mela Eral village is situated in Ettayapuram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mela Eral?
- Mela Eral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mela Eral?
- The pincode of Mela Eral is 628908, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mela Eral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mela Eral is 1,389, with 710 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Mela Eral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mela Eral village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mela Eral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mela Eral is 65.23%. The male literacy rate is 74.93%, while the female literacy rate is 55.08%.