Metal - Bavla, Ahmedabad
Metal is a village situated in the Bavla taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Bavla and around 59 km from Ahmadabad. Metal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metal is 511776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1482.34 hectares and falls under the 382220 pincode. Bavla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Metal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metal
As per Census 2011, Metal village has a total population of 3,251 people, consisting of 1,683 males and 1,568 females. The village has 643 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,754 literate and 1,497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,251 | 1,683 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 252 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 219 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 1,754 | 1,113 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,497 | 570 | 927 |
Nearby Villages of Metal
Metal 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 Metal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Metal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bavla to Metal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Metal is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Metal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metal 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 Metal
Where is Metal located?
Metal village is located in Bavla Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metal?
Metal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Metal?
The pincode of Metal is 382220.
What is the population of Metal?
Metal has a total population of 3,251, including 1,683 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Metal?
There are 643 households in Metal.
What is the literacy rate in Metal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metal is 53.95%. Male literacy is 66.13% and female literacy is 40.88%.