Mela

Mela is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Jaunpur and Shahganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mela village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Madaripur Bhela is the gram panchayat of Mela village.

Mela has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Mela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mela is 200153. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.38 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Mela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Mela

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,835 883 952
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 247 102 145
Scheduled Castes (SC) 530 272 258
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,178 689 489
Illiterate Population 657 194 463

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

  • The total population of Mela village is around 1,835, including approximately 883 males and 952 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Mela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mela village has 530 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mela village is about 64.20%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 51.37%.
  • There are around 299 households in Mela village.

Connectivity of Mela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mela. As per the 2011 stats, Mela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mela

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

Kammarpur Jamauli Samodhpur Madaripur Launda Unchgaon Dumduma Amanwan Khurd Keshopur Kishunpur Kotila

Frequently Asked Questions about Mela

Where is Mela located?
Mela village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mela?
The Gram Panchayat of Mela is Madaripur Bhela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mela is 1,835, with 883 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Mela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mela village has a total of 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mela is 64.20%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 51.37%.