Melma
About Melma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melma village is 631399. Melma village is located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melma village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melma village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 612.87 hectares. Melma has a total population of 808 peoples, out of which male population is 410 while female population is 398. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melma village is 64.98% out of which 75.61% males and 54.02% females are literate. There are about 222 houses in melma village. Pincode of melma village locality is 604408.
When it comes to administration, Melma village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Melma village comes under Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Vandavasi is nearest town to melma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Melma
The population details of Melma cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 410 | 398 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 310 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 100 | 183 |
Connectivity of Melma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 30 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melma
Where is Melma located?
Melma village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melma?
Melma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melma?
The pincode of Melma is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melma is 808, with 410 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Melma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melma village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melma is 64.98%. The male literacy rate is 75.61%, while the female literacy rate is 54.02%.