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.
Melkalathur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Melkalathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melkalathur village:
- The total population of Melkalathur village is around 2,487, including approximately 1,230 males and 1,257 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Melkalathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melkalathur village has 966 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Melkalathur village is about 63.89%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 56.80%.
- There are around 555 households in Melkalathur village.
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%.