Metapal
Metapal is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Metapal village. As per 2009 stats, Metapal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Metapal unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Metapal’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 Metapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Metapal is 450115. The village spans a total geographical area of 4637.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Metapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Metapal 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Metapal
Population of Metapal
According to the 2011 Census, Metapal has a total population of about 4,435, with approximately 2,187 males and 2,248 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 729 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,161. The overall literacy rate is approximately 17.45%, with male literacy at about 22.68% and female literacy near 12.37%. There are around 910 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Metapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,435 | 2,187 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 729 | 371 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,161 | 2,058 | 2,103 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 496 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,661 | 1,691 | 1,970 |
Connectivity of Metapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Metapal. As per the 2011 stats, Metapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Metapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Metapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Metapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Metapal
- Where is Metapal located?
- Metapal village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Metapal?
- Metapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Metapal?
- The pincode of Metapal is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Metapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Metapal is 4,435, with 2,187 males and 2,248 females.
- How many households are there in Metapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Metapal village has a total of 910 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Metapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Metapal is 17.45%. The male literacy rate is 22.68%, while the female literacy rate is 12.37%.