Melapunjai
Melapunjai is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melapunjai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melapunjai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melapunjai unique in its vibrant Chengam-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Melapunjai’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 Melapunjai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melapunjai is 631916. The village spans a total geographical area of 416.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606704. Tiruvannamalai is nearest town to Melapunjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Melapunjai
Population of Melapunjai
According to the 2011 Census, Melapunjai has a total population of about 1,641, with approximately 808 males and 833 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 444 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.27%, with male literacy at about 65.84% and female literacy near 45.02%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melapunjai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 808 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 98 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 213 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 532 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 276 | 458 |
Connectivity of Melapunjai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melapunjai. As per the 2011 stats, Melapunjai 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 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melapunjai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melapunjai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melapunjai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melapunjai
- Where is Melapunjai located?
- Melapunjai village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melapunjai?
- Melapunjai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melapunjai?
- The pincode of Melapunjai is 606704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melapunjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melapunjai is 1,641, with 808 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Melapunjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melapunjai village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melapunjai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melapunjai is 55.27%. The male literacy rate is 65.84%, while the female literacy rate is 45.02%.