Melalathur

Melalathur is a village located in Gudiyatham taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Gudiyatham are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melalathur village is also a gram panchayat.

Melalathur 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 Melalathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melalathur is 630315. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632806. Gudiyatham is nearest town to Melalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melalathur 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 Kilvaithinankuppam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore 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 Melalathur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,462 1,718 1,744
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 370 182 188
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,726 847 879
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,606 1,390 1,216
Illiterate Population 856 328 528

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

  • The total population of Melalathur village is around 3,462, including approximately 1,718 males and 1,744 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 370 children aged 0–6 years in Melalathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melalathur village has 1,726 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melalathur village is about 75.27%, with male literacy at 80.91% and female literacy at 69.72%.
  • There are around 785 households in Melalathur village.

Connectivity of Melalathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Melalathur 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 Melalathur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melalathur

Where is Melalathur located?
Melalathur village is situated in Gudiyatham Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melalathur?
Melalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melalathur?
The pincode of Melalathur is 632806, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melalathur is 3,462, with 1,718 males and 1,744 females.
How many households are there in Melalathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melalathur village has a total of 785 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melalathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melalathur is 75.27%. The male literacy rate is 80.91%, while the female literacy rate is 69.72%.