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.

Melakarandai has its own place in the vibrant Thoothukkudi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Melakarandai

Below is a concise population overview of Melakarandai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melakarandai village:

  • The total population of Melakarandai village is around 1,491, including approximately 738 males and 753 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Melakarandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melakarandai village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melakarandai village is about 70.49%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 63.75%.
  • There are around 452 households in Melakarandai village.

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%.