Melgaon

Melgaon is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 87km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 178km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Muchail Gaoun is the gram panchayat of Melgaon village.

Melgaon has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal 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 Melgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melgaon is 047661. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246170. Lansdowne is nearest town to Melgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 87km away.

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Population of Melgaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 160 75 85
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 12 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 57 27 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 108 60 48
Illiterate Population 52 15 37

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

  • The total population of Melgaon village is around 160, including approximately 75 males and 85 females, with a sex ratio of 1133 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Melgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melgaon village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melgaon village is about 67.50%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 56.47%.
  • There are around 31 households in Melgaon village.

Connectivity of Melgaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melgaon

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

Khaldarkhasti Dabar Dugriyal Nawemalli Dwari Muchelgaon Rajbow Talla Gaja Meldhar Basudev Gadun Rajbou Malla

Frequently Asked Questions about Melgaon

Where is Melgaon located?
Melgaon village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Melgaon is Muchail Gaoun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melgaon?
The pincode of Melgaon is 246170, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melgaon is 160, with 75 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Melgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melgaon village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melgaon is 67.50%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.47%.