Mettu Chintha - Prathipadu, Kakinada
Mettu Chintha is a village situated in the Prathipadu mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Prathipadu and around 58 km from Kakinada. Buradakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettu Chintha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettu Chintha is 587285. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 533430 pincode. Pithapuram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Mettu Chintha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mettu Chintha
According to the 2011 Census, Mettu Chintha village had a total population of 233 people, including 114 males and 119 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 34.07% and female literacy at 35.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 233 | 114 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 83 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mettu Chintha
Mettu Chintha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Yerakampalem | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Gokavaram | South | 2.04 km |
| Arilla Dhara | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Peddipalem | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Vemulapalem | South | 3.42 km |
| Uttarakanchi | South | 4.57 km |
| Podurupaka | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Balijapadu | North | 5.49 km |
| Doddivaka | West | 5.80 km |
| Peda Sankarlapudi | South-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mettu Chintha
Mettu Chintha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Durgada Gate, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithapuram to Mettu Chintha is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Mettu Chintha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettu Chintha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettu Chintha 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 Mettu Chintha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettu Chintha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mettu Chintha
Where is Mettu Chintha located?
Mettu Chintha village is located in Prathipadu Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettu Chintha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettu Chintha is Buradakota.
What is the pincode of Mettu Chintha?
The pincode of Mettu Chintha is 533430.
What is the population of Mettu Chintha?
Mettu Chintha had a total population of 233, including 114 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Mettu Chintha?
Mettu Chintha had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mettu Chintha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettu Chintha was 34.78%. Male literacy was 34.07% and female literacy was 35.48%.