Mel Kura - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Mel Kura is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Saugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mel Kura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mel Kura is 049287. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.18 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mel Kura 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mel Kura
According to the 2011 Census, Mel Kura village had a total population of 53 people, including 23 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Mel Kura
Mel Kura 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 Mel Kura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mel Kura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Mel Kura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mel Kura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mel Kura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mel Kura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mel Kura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mel Kura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mel Kura
Where is Mel Kura located?
Mel Kura village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mel Kura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mel Kura is Saugaon.
What is the pincode of Mel Kura?
The pincode of Mel Kura is 262551.
What is the population of Mel Kura?
Mel Kura had a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Mel Kura?
Mel Kura had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mel Kura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mel Kura was 78.72%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 69.23%.