Melakuppam

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

Melakuppam 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 Melakuppam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakuppam is 630524. The village spans a total geographical area of 351.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632517. Mel Visharam is nearest town to Melakuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melakuppam 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 Ranipet 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 Melakuppam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,049 1,528 1,521
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 334 185 149
Scheduled Castes (SC) 346 168 178
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 2,311 1,254 1,057
Illiterate Population 738 274 464

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

  • The total population of Melakuppam village is around 3,049, including approximately 1,528 males and 1,521 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Melakuppam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melakuppam village has 346 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melakuppam village is about 75.80%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 69.49%.
  • There are around 730 households in Melakuppam village.

Connectivity of Melakuppam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakuppam. As per the 2011 stats, Melakuppam 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 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melakuppam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melakuppam

Where is Melakuppam located?
Melakuppam village is situated in Wallajah Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melakuppam?
Melakuppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melakuppam?
The pincode of Melakuppam is 632517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melakuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakuppam is 3,049, with 1,528 males and 1,521 females.
How many households are there in Melakuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melakuppam village has a total of 730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melakuppam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakuppam is 75.80%. The male literacy rate is 82.07%, while the female literacy rate is 69.49%.