Mettalagummi - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Mettalagummi is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Peda Bayalu and around 120 km from Visakhapatnam. Bongaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettalagummi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettalagummi is 583786. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Mettalagummi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mettalagummi
According to the 2011 Census, Mettalagummi village had a total population of 74 people, including 36 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.77%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 2.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Mettalagummi
Mettalagummi 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 Mettalagummi
Public transport in the Mettalagummi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anakapalle to Mettalagummi is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mettalagummi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettalagummi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettalagummi 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 Mettalagummi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettalagummi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mettalagummi
Where is Mettalagummi located?
Mettalagummi village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettalagummi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettalagummi is Bongaram.
What is the pincode of Mettalagummi?
The pincode of Mettalagummi is 531040.
What is the population of Mettalagummi?
Mettalagummi had a total population of 74, including 36 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Mettalagummi?
Mettalagummi had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mettalagummi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettalagummi was 10.77%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 2.86%.