Melkalathur
Melkalathur is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melkalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melkalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melkalathur unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Melkalathur’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 Melkalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melkalathur is 630618. The village spans a total geographical area of 679.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632502. Arakonam is nearest town to Melkalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Melkalathur village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Melkalathur
Population of Melkalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Melkalathur has a total population of about 2,487, with approximately 1,230 males and 1,257 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 966 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.89%, with male literacy at about 71.14% and female literacy near 56.80%. There are around 555 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melkalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,487 | 1,230 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 966 | 478 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 875 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 355 | 543 |
Connectivity of Melkalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melkalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Melkalathur 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Melkalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Melkalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melkalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melkalathur
- Where is Melkalathur located?
- Melkalathur village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melkalathur?
- Melkalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melkalathur?
- The pincode of Melkalathur is 632502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melkalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melkalathur is 2,487, with 1,230 males and 1,257 females.
- How many households are there in Melkalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melkalathur village has a total of 555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melkalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melkalathur is 63.89%. The male literacy rate is 71.14%, while the female literacy rate is 56.80%.