Metlapalle - Gannavaram, Krishna
Metlapalle is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kothagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metlapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metlapalle is 589232. The village covers a total geographical area of 873 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Metlapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Metlapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Metlapalle village had a total population of 603 people, including 305 males and 298 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.40%, with male literacy at 63.26% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 603 | 305 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 152 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 138 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Metlapalle
Metlapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasingapalem | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Veerapanenigudem | South | 2.97 km |
| Sagguruamani | North | 3.31 km |
| Sagguru | North | 3.36 km |
| Chikkavaram | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Suravaram | East | 4.06 km |
| Balliparru | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Krishnavaram | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Bandarugudem | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Kalaturu | North | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Metlapalle
Metlapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pedda Avutapale, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Metlapalle is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Metlapalle is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metlapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metlapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Metlapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metlapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metlapalle
Where is Metlapalle located?
Metlapalle village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metlapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Metlapalle is Kothagudem.
What is the pincode of Metlapalle?
The pincode of Metlapalle is 521286.
What is the population of Metlapalle?
Metlapalle had a total population of 603, including 305 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Metlapalle?
Metlapalle had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metlapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metlapalle was 58.40%. Male literacy was 63.26% and female literacy was 53.68%.