Melpadi

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

Here you can discover what makes Melpadi unique in its vibrant Katpadi-Vellore region. You’ll see Melpadi’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 Melpadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melpadi is 630382. The village spans a total geographical area of 1071.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632520. Thiruvalam is nearest town to Melpadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melpadi 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 Katpadi 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 Melpadi

According to the 2011 Census, Melpadi has a total population of about 5,767, with approximately 2,910 males and 2,857 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 579 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 626 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.46%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 60.80%. There are around 1,374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melpadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,767 2,910 2,857
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 579 315 264
Scheduled Castes (SC) 626 317 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 12 9
Literate Population 4,006 2,269 1,737
Illiterate Population 1,761 641 1,120

Connectivity of Melpadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melpadi. As per the 2011 stats, Melpadi 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 25 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melpadi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melpadi

Where is Melpadi located?
Melpadi village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melpadi?
Melpadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melpadi?
The pincode of Melpadi is 632520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melpadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melpadi is 5,767, with 2,910 males and 2,857 females.
How many households are there in Melpadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melpadi village has a total of 1,374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melpadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melpadi is 69.46%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.80%.