Mel Kolathur

Mel Kolathur is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mel Kolathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melkolathur is the gram panchayat of Mel Kolathur village.

Mel Kolathur has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Mel Kolathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mel Kolathur is 631409. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604505. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Mel Kolathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mel Kolathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mel Kolathur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 496 265 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 12 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 107 52 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 285 183 102
Illiterate Population 211 82 129

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

  • The total population of Mel Kolathur village is around 496, including approximately 265 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Mel Kolathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mel Kolathur village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mel Kolathur village is about 57.46%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 44.16%.
  • There are around 155 households in Mel Kolathur village.

Connectivity of Mel Kolathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mel Kolathur. As per the 2011 stats, Mel Kolathur 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 38 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mel Kolathur

Knowing the nearby villages of Mel Kolathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mel Kolathur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mel Kolathur

Where is Mel Kolathur located?
Mel Kolathur village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mel Kolathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mel Kolathur is Melkolathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mel Kolathur?
The pincode of Mel Kolathur is 604505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mel Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mel Kolathur is 496, with 265 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Mel Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mel Kolathur village has a total of 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mel Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mel Kolathur is 57.46%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 44.16%.