Melta - Lamgada, Almora
Melta is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Almora and around 28 km from Almora. Bajethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melta is 053191. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.31 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Melta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melta
According to the 2011 Census, Melta village had a total population of 51 people, including 22 males and 29 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,318 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Melta
Melta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melta
Public transport in the Melta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Melta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Melta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melta
Where is Melta located?
Melta village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melta?
The Gram Panchayat of Melta is Bajethi.
What is the pincode of Melta?
The pincode of Melta is 263625.
What is the population of Melta?
Melta had a total population of 51, including 22 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Melta?
Melta had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melta was 73.68%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 61.90%.