Melpakkam

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

Melpakkam 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 Melpakkam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melpakkam is 632551. The village spans a total geographical area of 684 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604001. Tindivanam is nearest town to Melpakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melpakkam 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 Mailam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani 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 Melpakkam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,652 828 824
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 89 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 870 424 446
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 5 8
Literate Population 1,009 575 434
Illiterate Population 643 253 390

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

  • The total population of Melpakkam village is around 1,652, including approximately 828 males and 824 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Melpakkam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melpakkam village has 870 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melpakkam village is about 61.08%, with male literacy at 69.44% and female literacy at 52.67%.
  • There are around 416 households in Melpakkam village.

Connectivity of Melpakkam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melpakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Melpakkam 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 3 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melpakkam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melpakkam

Where is Melpakkam located?
Melpakkam village is situated in Tindivanam Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melpakkam?
Melpakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melpakkam?
The pincode of Melpakkam is 604001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melpakkam is 1,652, with 828 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melpakkam village has a total of 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melpakkam is 61.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.44%, while the female literacy rate is 52.67%.