Meelam - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Meelam is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 166 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Milam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meelam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meelam is 048842. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.88 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Meelam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meelam
According to the 2011 Census, Meelam village had a total population of 135 people, including 118 males and 17 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.01%, with male literacy at 99.15% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 135 | 118 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 35 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 117 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Meelam
Meelam 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 Meelam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meelam.
| 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 Meelam is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Meelam is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meelam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meelam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meelam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meelam 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 Meelam
Where is Meelam located?
Meelam village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meelam?
The Gram Panchayat of Meelam is Milam.
What is the pincode of Meelam?
The pincode of Meelam is 262554.
What is the population of Meelam?
Meelam had a total population of 135, including 118 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Meelam?
Meelam had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meelam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meelam was 97.01%. Male literacy was 99.15% and female literacy was 81.25%.