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.
Here you can discover what makes Mel Palur unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Mel Palur’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 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.
Google Map of Mel Palur
Population of Mel Palur
According to the 2011 Census, Mel Palur has a total population of about 2,178, with approximately 1,100 males and 1,078 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 793 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.46%, with male literacy at about 68.18% and female literacy near 50.56%. There are around 518 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mel Palur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.