Melawa Sahab - Dalmau, Rae Bareli
Melawa Sahab is a village situated in the Dalmau tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalmau and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Melkha Sahab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melawa Sahab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melawa Sahab is 145072. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.4 hectares and falls under the 229204 pincode. Dalmau is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Melawa Sahab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unchahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melawa Sahab
As per Census 2011, Melawa Sahab village has a total population of 2,452 people, consisting of 1,263 males and 1,189 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,339 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melawa Sahab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,452 | 1,263 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 206 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,102 | 552 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 790 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 473 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Melawa Sahab
Melawa Sahab is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurgujpur | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Gaura Lakhmi | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Tikatha Musallepur | East | 1.72 km |
| Alawalpur | South | 1.76 km |
| Chooli | West | 1.88 km |
| Sultanpur Janauli | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Bela Tekai | North | 2.20 km |
| Saray Sri Bux | East | 2.52 km |
| Bhanwa Mau | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Dharamdaspur | East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melawa Sahab
Melawa Sahab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lachhmanpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalmau to Melawa Sahab is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Melawa Sahab is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melawa Sahab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melawa Sahab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melawa Sahab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melawa Sahab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melawa Sahab
Where is Melawa Sahab located?
Melawa Sahab village is located in Dalmau Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melawa Sahab?
The Gram Panchayat of Melawa Sahab is Melkha Sahab.
What is the pincode of Melawa Sahab?
The pincode of Melawa Sahab is 229204.
What is the population of Melawa Sahab?
Melawa Sahab has a total population of 2,452, including 1,263 males and 1,189 females.
How many households are there in Melawa Sahab?
There are 480 households in Melawa Sahab.
What is the literacy rate in Melawa Sahab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melawa Sahab is 54.61%. Male literacy is 62.55% and female literacy is 46.17%.