Melaiyur

Melaiyur is a village located in Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Aruppukkottai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, Melaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Melaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Virudhunagar 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 Melaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melaiyur is 641690. The village spans a total geographical area of 868.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 618114. Aruppukkottai is nearest town to Melaiyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melaiyur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,420 704 716
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 76 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) 544 288 256
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,021 552 469
Illiterate Population 399 152 247

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

  • The total population of Melaiyur village is around 1,420, including approximately 704 males and 716 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Melaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melaiyur village has 544 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melaiyur village is about 71.90%, with male literacy at 78.41% and female literacy at 65.50%.
  • There are around 350 households in Melaiyur village.

Connectivity of Melaiyur

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

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

Rajagopalapuram Pullanaickenpatti Chettikulam Kanakai Paralachi Vadakkunatham Therkunatham Sengulam Poolangal Purasaloor Kallakkari

Frequently Asked Questions about Melaiyur

Where is Melaiyur located?
Melaiyur village is situated in Aruppukkottai Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melaiyur?
Melaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melaiyur?
The pincode of Melaiyur is 618114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melaiyur is 1,420, with 704 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melaiyur village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melaiyur is 71.90%. The male literacy rate is 78.41%, while the female literacy rate is 65.50%.