Meltha

Meltha is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dewalkot is the gram panchayat of Meltha village.

Meltha has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 Meltha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meltha is 041705. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246481. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Meltha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

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Population of Meltha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 330 174 156
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 30 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 82 42 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 279 144 135
Illiterate Population 51 30 21

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

  • The total population of Meltha village is around 330, including approximately 174 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Meltha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meltha village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meltha village is about 84.55%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 86.54%.
  • There are around 68 households in Meltha village.

Connectivity of Meltha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meltha. As per the 2011 stats, Meltha 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meltha

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meltha

Where is Meltha located?
Meltha village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meltha?
The Gram Panchayat of Meltha is Dewalkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meltha?
The pincode of Meltha is 246481, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meltha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meltha is 330, with 174 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Meltha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meltha village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meltha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meltha is 84.55%. The male literacy rate is 82.76%, while the female literacy rate is 86.54%.