Melpettai
Melpettai is a village located in Tindivanam taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Tindivanam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Melpettai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Melpettai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melpettai unique in its vibrant Tindivanam-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Melpettai’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 Melpettai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melpettai is 632570. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604307. Tindivanam is nearest town to Melpettai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Melpettai
Population of Melpettai
According to the 2011 Census, Melpettai has a total population of about 827, with approximately 400 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 541 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.23%, with male literacy at about 83.00% and female literacy near 73.77%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melpettai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 400 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 267 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 647 | 332 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 68 | 112 |
Connectivity of Melpettai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melpettai. As per the 2011 stats, Melpettai 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 2 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melpettai
Knowing the nearby villages of Melpettai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melpettai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melpettai
- Where is Melpettai located?
- Melpettai village is situated in Tindivanam Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melpettai?
- Melpettai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melpettai?
- The pincode of Melpettai is 604307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melpettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melpettai is 827, with 400 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Melpettai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melpettai village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melpettai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melpettai is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.00%, while the female literacy rate is 73.77%.