Melapulam
Melapulam is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melapulam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melapulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Melapulam has its own place in the vibrant Vellore 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 Melapulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melapulam is 630668. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631052. Panapakkam is nearest town to Melapulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Melapulam 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 Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam 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 Melapulam
Below is a concise population overview of Melapulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,072 | 2,075 | 1,997 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 196 | 219 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 249 | 256 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
Literate Population | 2,820 | 1,626 | 1,194 |
Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 449 | 803 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melapulam village:
- The total population of Melapulam village is around 4,072, including approximately 2,075 males and 1,997 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Melapulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melapulam village has 505 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Melapulam village is about 69.25%, with male literacy at 78.36% and female literacy at 59.79%.
- There are around 1,014 households in Melapulam village.
Connectivity of Melapulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melapulam. As per the 2011 stats, Melapulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 27 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melapulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Melapulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melapulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melapulam
- Where is Melapulam located?
- Melapulam village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melapulam?
- Melapulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melapulam?
- The pincode of Melapulam is 631052, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melapulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melapulam is 4,072, with 2,075 males and 1,997 females.
- How many households are there in Melapulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melapulam village has a total of 1,014 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melapulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melapulam is 69.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.36%, while the female literacy rate is 59.79%.