Metaguda - Usur, Bijapur
Metaguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Daroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metaguda is 450971. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.22 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 195 km away.
Metaguda 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 Metaguda
As per Census 2011, Metaguda village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 84 males and 99 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 84 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 84 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 16 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 68 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Metaguda
Metaguda 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 Metaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Metaguda.
| 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 Dantewada to Metaguda is about 195 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Metaguda is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metaguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Metaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metaguda 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 Metaguda
Where is Metaguda located?
Metaguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Metaguda is Daroli.
What is the pincode of Metaguda?
The pincode of Metaguda is 494447.
What is the population of Metaguda?
Metaguda has a total population of 183, including 84 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Metaguda?
There are 37 households in Metaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Metaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metaguda is 9.29%. Male literacy is 19.05% and female literacy is 1.01%.