Melur

Melur is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Viluppuram.

Melur has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Melur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melur is 633508. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606201. Kallakurichi is nearest town to Melur village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Melur village comes under Kallakurichi assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Melur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,874 1,032 842
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 104 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 668 343 325
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 3 N/A
Literate Population 1,230 766 464
Illiterate Population 644 266 378

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

  • The total population of Melur village is around 1,874, including approximately 1,032 males and 842 females, with a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Melur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melur village has 668 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melur village is about 65.64%, with male literacy at 74.22% and female literacy at 55.11%.
  • There are around 465 households in Melur village.

Connectivity of Melur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melur. As per the 2011 stats, Melur 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melur

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

Vanavaretti Thenthorasalur Kattananthal Lachiyam Eravar Kilpoondi Vinaitheerthapuram Kaniyamur Moongilpadi Elavadi Poosappadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Melur

Where is Melur located?
Melur village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the pincode of Melur?
The pincode of Melur is 606201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melur is 1,874, with 1,032 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 465 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 65.64%. The male literacy rate is 74.22%, while the female literacy rate is 55.11%.