Melahait

Melahait is a village located in Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from Tamluk, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Melahait village. As per 2009 stats, Bishnubar I is the gram panchayat of Melahait village.

Melahait has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Melahait

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melahait is 344483. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721630. Tamluk is nearest town to Melahait village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melahait village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nandakumar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tamluk Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Melahait

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 906 482 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 48 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 734 408 326
Illiterate Population 172 74 98

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

  • The total population of Melahait village is around 906, including approximately 482 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Melahait village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melahait village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melahait village is about 81.02%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 76.89%.
  • There are around 229 households in Melahait village.

Connectivity of Melahait

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melahait

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

Murari Kalua Hirapur Bishnubar Naikurijagannath Chak I Purbakola Lalitageria Haridaspur Kankurkhana Rajhati Salikadamodarpur Salikabhupati Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Melahait

Where is Melahait located?
Melahait village is situated in Tamluk Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melahait?
The Gram Panchayat of Melahait is Bishnubar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melahait?
The pincode of Melahait is 721630, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melahait as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melahait is 906, with 482 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Melahait as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melahait village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melahait as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melahait is 81.02%. The male literacy rate is 84.65%, while the female literacy rate is 76.89%.