Mel Palur

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

Mel Palur 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 Palur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mel Palur is 631799. The village spans a total geographical area of 362.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606908. Pudupalayam is nearest town to Mel Palur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Mel Palur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,178 1,100 1,078
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 281 149 132
Scheduled Castes (SC) 793 406 387
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,295 750 545
Illiterate Population 883 350 533

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

  • The total population of Mel Palur village is around 2,178, including approximately 1,100 males and 1,078 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 281 children aged 0–6 years in Mel Palur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mel Palur village has 793 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mel Palur village is about 59.46%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 50.56%.
  • There are around 518 households in Mel Palur village.

Connectivity of Mel Palur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mel Palur. As per the 2011 stats, Mel Palur 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 3 km distance
Railway Station Available within 26 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mel Palur

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

Arunagirimangalam Gangalamahadevi Nallanpillaipetral Veeralur Mattavettu Kil Palur Kadalady Mathimangalam Bannambut Sholavaram Kilpotharai

Frequently Asked Questions about Mel Palur

Where is Mel Palur located?
Mel Palur village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mel Palur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mel Palur is Melpalur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mel Palur?
The pincode of Mel Palur is 606908, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mel Palur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mel Palur is 2,178, with 1,100 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Mel Palur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mel Palur village has a total of 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mel Palur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mel Palur is 59.46%. The male literacy rate is 68.18%, while the female literacy rate is 50.56%.