Mettu
Mettu is a village located in Chittamur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chittamur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Mettu village is also a gram panchayat.
Mettu has its own place in the vibrant Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mettu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mettu is 592578. The village spans a total geographical area of 906 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524413. Gudur is nearest town to Mettu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mettu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gudur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mettu
Population of Mettu
Below is a concise population overview of Mettu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,970 | 985 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 370 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 543 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 442 | 550 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mettu village:
- The total population of Mettu village is around 1,970, including approximately 985 males and 985 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Mettu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mettu village has 741 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 326 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mettu village is about 49.64%, with male literacy at 55.13% and female literacy at 44.16%.
- There are around 601 households in Mettu village.
Connectivity of Mettu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mettu. As per the 2011 stats, Mettu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mettu
Knowing the nearby villages of Mettu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mettu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mettu
- Where is Mettu located?
- Mettu village is situated in Chittamur Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mettu?
- Mettu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mettu?
- The pincode of Mettu is 524413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mettu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mettu is 1,970, with 985 males and 985 females.
- How many households are there in Mettu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mettu village has a total of 601 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mettu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mettu is 49.64%. The male literacy rate is 55.13%, while the female literacy rate is 44.16%.