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.
Here you can discover what makes Mettu unique in its vibrant Chittamur-Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. You’ll see Mettu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Mettu has a total population of about 1,970, with approximately 985 males and 985 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 741 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 326. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.64%, with male literacy at about 55.13% and female literacy near 44.16%. There are around 601 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mettu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.