Melapattam
Melapattam is a village located in Palayamkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from Tirunelveli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Melapattam village. As per 2009 stats, Melapattam village is also a gram panchayat.
Melapattam has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 Melapattam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melapattam is 642891. The village spans a total geographical area of 776.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627351. Tirunelveli is nearest town to Melapattam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Melapattam
Population of Melapattam
Below is a concise population overview of Melapattam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,054 | 1,043 | 1,011 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,012 | 513 | 499 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,499 | 843 | 656 |
Illiterate Population | 555 | 200 | 355 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melapattam village:
- The total population of Melapattam village is around 2,054, including approximately 1,043 males and 1,011 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Melapattam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melapattam village has 1,012 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Melapattam village is about 72.98%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 64.89%.
- There are around 547 households in Melapattam village.
Connectivity of Melapattam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melapattam. As per the 2011 stats, Melapattam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melapattam
Knowing the nearby villages of Melapattam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melapattam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melapattam
- Where is Melapattam located?
- Melapattam village is situated in Palayamkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melapattam?
- Melapattam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melapattam?
- The pincode of Melapattam is 627351, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melapattam is 2,054, with 1,043 males and 1,011 females.
- How many households are there in Melapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melapattam village has a total of 547 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melapattam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melapattam is 72.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 64.89%.