Mela Thiruchendur
Mela Thiruchendur is a village located in Tiruchendur taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tiruchendur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Pitchi Vilai is the gram panchayat of Mela Thiruchendur village.
Here you can discover what makes Mela Thiruchendur unique in its vibrant Tiruchendur-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Mela Thiruchendur’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 Thiruchendur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mela Thiruchendur is 642576. The village spans a total geographical area of 1513.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628213. Udangudi is nearest town to Mela Thiruchendur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mela Thiruchendur
Population of Mela Thiruchendur
According to the 2011 Census, Mela Thiruchendur has a total population of about 6,537, with approximately 3,305 males and 3,232 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 664 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,690 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 75.75%, with male literacy at about 79.52% and female literacy near 71.91%. There are around 1,581 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mela Thiruchendur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,537 | 3,305 | 3,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 321 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,690 | 2,377 | 2,313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,952 | 2,628 | 2,324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 677 | 908 |
Connectivity of Mela Thiruchendur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mela Thiruchendur. As per the 2011 stats, Mela Thiruchendur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mela Thiruchendur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mela Thiruchendur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mela Thiruchendur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mela Thiruchendur
- Where is Mela Thiruchendur located?
- Mela Thiruchendur village is situated in Tiruchendur Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mela Thiruchendur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mela Thiruchendur is Pitchi Vilai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mela Thiruchendur?
- The pincode of Mela Thiruchendur is 628213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mela Thiruchendur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mela Thiruchendur is 6,537, with 3,305 males and 3,232 females.
- How many households are there in Mela Thiruchendur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mela Thiruchendur village has a total of 1,581 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mela Thiruchendur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mela Thiruchendur is 75.75%. The male literacy rate is 79.52%, while the female literacy rate is 71.91%.