Melkharia

Melkharia is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.2km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Melkharia village. As per 2009 stats, Sijua is the gram panchayat of Melkharia village.

Melkharia has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Melkharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melkharia is 336210. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721121. Jhargram is nearest town to Melkharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Melkharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 163 81 82
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 5 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 97 46 51
Literate Population 105 65 40
Illiterate Population 58 16 42

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

  • The total population of Melkharia village is around 163, including approximately 81 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Melkharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melkharia village has 97 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melkharia village is about 64.42%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 48.78%.
  • There are around 40 households in Melkharia village.

Connectivity of Melkharia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melkharia

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

Kantapahari Bandhagara Jaypur Kumarbandh Madhupur Chhotapalia Barrapalia Ganganarayanpur Khayarasoli Tantisol Daintikri

Frequently Asked Questions about Melkharia

Where is Melkharia located?
Melkharia village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Melkharia is Sijua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melkharia?
The pincode of Melkharia is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melkharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melkharia is 163, with 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Melkharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melkharia village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melkharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melkharia is 64.42%. The male literacy rate is 80.25%, while the female literacy rate is 48.78%.