Melakarandai
Melakarandai is a village located in Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ettayapuram (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Melakaranthai is the gram panchayat of Melakarandai village.
Here you can discover what makes Melakarandai unique in its vibrant Ettayapuram-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Melakarandai’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 Melakarandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakarandai is 642248. The village spans a total geographical area of 1124.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628904. Sattur is nearest town to Melakarandai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Melakarandai
Population of Melakarandai
According to the 2011 Census, Melakarandai has a total population of about 1,491, with approximately 738 males and 753 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 325 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 70.49%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 63.75%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melakarandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 738 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 571 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 167 | 273 |
Connectivity of Melakarandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakarandai. As per the 2011 stats, Melakarandai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melakarandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melakarandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakarandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melakarandai
- Where is Melakarandai located?
- Melakarandai village is situated in Ettayapuram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melakarandai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melakarandai is Melakaranthai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melakarandai?
- The pincode of Melakarandai is 628904, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melakarandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakarandai is 1,491, with 738 males and 753 females.
- How many households are there in Melakarandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melakarandai village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melakarandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakarandai is 70.49%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 63.75%.