Meltha - Tharali, Chamoli
Meltha is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meltha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meltha is 041705. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.6 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Meltha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meltha
According to the 2011 Census, Meltha village had a total population of 330 people, including 174 males and 156 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.29%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 98.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 330 | 174 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Meltha
Meltha 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 Meltha
Meltha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Meltha is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Meltha is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meltha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meltha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meltha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meltha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meltha
Where is Meltha located?
Meltha village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meltha?
The Gram Panchayat of Meltha is Dewalkot.
What is the pincode of Meltha?
The pincode of Meltha is 246481.
What is the population of Meltha?
Meltha had a total population of 330, including 174 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Meltha?
Meltha had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meltha was 99.29%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 98.54%.