Melathipakkam
Melathipakkam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melathipakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melathipakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melathipakkam unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Melathipakkam’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 Melathipakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melathipakkam is 632358. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604203. Gingee is nearest town to Melathipakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Melathipakkam
Population of Melathipakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Melathipakkam has a total population of about 1,597, with approximately 792 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 868 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.19%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 58.76%. There are around 336 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melathipakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,597 | 792 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 52 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 868 | 431 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 584 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 208 | 332 |
Connectivity of Melathipakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melathipakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Melathipakkam 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 19 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melathipakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Melathipakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melathipakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melathipakkam
- Where is Melathipakkam located?
- Melathipakkam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melathipakkam?
- Melathipakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melathipakkam?
- The pincode of Melathipakkam is 604203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melathipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melathipakkam is 1,597, with 792 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Melathipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melathipakkam village has a total of 336 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melathipakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melathipakkam is 66.19%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 58.76%.