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.

Metapal has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Metapal

Below is a concise population overview of Metapal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Metapal village:

  • The total population of Metapal village is around 4,435, including approximately 2,187 males and 2,248 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 729 children aged 0–6 years in Metapal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Metapal village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4,161 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Metapal village is about 17.45%, with male literacy at 22.68% and female literacy at 12.37%.
  • There are around 910 households in Metapal village.

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%.