Metara - Ghoshi, Jehanabad
Metara is a village situated in the Ghoshi subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoshi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Bharthu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metara is 260397. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 804406 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Metara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metara
According to the 2011 Census, Metara village had a total population of 2,145 people, including 1,133 males and 1,012 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 2,145 | 1,133 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 178 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 829 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 304 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Metara
Metara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Metara
Metara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Metara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Metara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Metara
Where is Metara located?
Metara village is located in Ghoshi Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Metara?
The Gram Panchayat of Metara is Bharthu.
What is the pincode of Metara?
The pincode of Metara is 804406.
What is the population of Metara?
Metara had a total population of 2,145, including 1,133 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Metara?
Metara had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metara was 77.55%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 67.39%.