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
As per Census 2011, Mettaguda village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 29 males and 42 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,448 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mettaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 71, including 29 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Mettaguda?
There are 20 households in Mettaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Mettaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettaguda is 12.68%. Male literacy is 27.59% and female literacy is 2.38%.