Meelam
Meelam is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 166km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Burfu is the gram panchayat of Meelam village.
Here you can discover what makes Meelam unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Meelam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meelam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meelam is 048842. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Meelam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Meelam
Population of Meelam
According to the 2011 Census, Meelam has a total population of about 135, with approximately 118 males and 17 females. The sex ratio is around 144 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 96.30%, with male literacy at about 99.15% and female literacy near 76.47%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meelam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 118 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 35 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 117 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Connectivity of Meelam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meelam. As per the 2011 stats, Meelam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meelam
Knowing the nearby villages of Meelam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meelam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meelam
- Where is Meelam located?
- Meelam village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meelam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meelam is Burfu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meelam?
- The pincode of Meelam is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meelam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meelam is 135, with 118 males and 17 females.
- How many households are there in Meelam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meelam village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meelam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meelam is 96.30%. The male literacy rate is 99.15%, while the female literacy rate is 76.47%.