Metlacheru - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Metlacheru is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bhadrakali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metlacheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metlacheru is 450771. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.16 hectares and falls under the 494446 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Metlacheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metlacheru
According to the 2011 Census, Metlacheru village had a total population of 144 people, including 69 males and 75 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 77.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Metlacheru
Metlacheru 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 Metlacheru
Metlacheru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Metlacheru is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Metlacheru is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metlacheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metlacheru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Metlacheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metlacheru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Metlacheru
Where is Metlacheru located?
Metlacheru village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metlacheru?
The Gram Panchayat of Metlacheru is Bhadrakali.
What is the pincode of Metlacheru?
The pincode of Metlacheru is 494446.
What is the population of Metlacheru?
Metlacheru had a total population of 144, including 69 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Metlacheru?
Metlacheru had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metlacheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metlacheru was 81.36%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 77.05%.