Metaghamre - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Metaghamre is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Saradhudhamre serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metaghamre village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metaghamre is 447733. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.15 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Metaghamre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metaghamre
As per Census 2011, Metaghamre village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 132 males and 134 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metaghamre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Metaghamre
Metaghamre is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraghughamre | West | 1.62 km |
| Hulghat | North | 2.14 km |
| Nirondadih | East | 3.05 km |
| Dondkaanhur | East | 3.05 km |
| Kondo | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Murawandi | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Gumdidih | North | 4.69 km |
| Chhindpal | West | 5.28 km |
| Dargarh | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Pudomichgaon | North | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Metaghamre
Metaghamre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Metaghamre is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Metaghamre is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metaghamre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metaghamre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Metaghamre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metaghamre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metaghamre
Where is Metaghamre located?
Metaghamre village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metaghamre?
The Gram Panchayat of Metaghamre is Saradhudhamre.
What is the pincode of Metaghamre?
The pincode of Metaghamre is 494669.
What is the population of Metaghamre?
Metaghamre has a total population of 266, including 132 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Metaghamre?
There are 51 households in Metaghamre.
What is the literacy rate in Metaghamre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metaghamre is 53.01%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 47.01%.