Mettaguda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Mettaguda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 280 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettaguda is 583347. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Mettaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mettaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mettaguda village had a total population of 71 people, including 29 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,448 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.75%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 2.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 21 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Mettaguda
Mettaguda 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 Mettaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mettaguda.
| 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Mettaguda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mettaguda is about 280 km, with the usual travel time around ~8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mettaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mettaguda
Where is Mettaguda located?
Mettaguda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettaguda is Laxmipuram.
What is the pincode of Mettaguda?
The pincode of Mettaguda is 531040.
What is the population of Mettaguda?
Mettaguda had a total population of 71, including 29 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Mettaguda?
Mettaguda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mettaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettaguda was 14.75%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 2.86%.