Mettaparru - Poduru, West Godavari
Mettaparru is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Mattaparru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettaparru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettaparru is 588707. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 534265 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mettaparru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palacole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mettaparru
As per Census 2011, Mettaparru village has a total population of 3,814 people, consisting of 1,922 males and 1,892 females. The village has 1,064 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,805 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 884 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mettaparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,814 | 1,922 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 184 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 425 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,805 | 1,490 | 1,315 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 432 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Mettaparru
Mettaparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinnuru | West | 2.07 km |
| Penumadam | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Vedangi | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Poduru | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Pemmarajupolavaram | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Gummaluru | East | 4.52 km |
| Kapavaram | West | 4.62 km |
| Kavitam | North | 4.70 km |
| Chintaparru | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Kommuchikkala | North-West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mettaparru
Mettaparru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chinta Parru Ha, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Mettaparru is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Mettaparru is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettaparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettaparru 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mettaparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettaparru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mettaparru
Where is Mettaparru located?
Mettaparru village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettaparru?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettaparru is Mattaparru.
What is the pincode of Mettaparru?
The pincode of Mettaparru is 534265.
What is the population of Mettaparru?
Mettaparru has a total population of 3,814, including 1,922 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Mettaparru?
There are 1,064 households in Mettaparru.
What is the literacy rate in Mettaparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettaparru is 73.54%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 69.50%.