Metiya - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Metiya is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Deri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metiya is 513853. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.46 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Metiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metiya
As per Census 2011, Metiya village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 117 males and 107 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 117 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 107 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Metiya
Metiya 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 Metiya
Metiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Metiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Metiya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Metiya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Metiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Metiya
Where is Metiya located?
Metiya village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Metiya is Deri.
What is the pincode of Metiya?
The pincode of Metiya is 361013.
What is the population of Metiya?
Metiya has a total population of 224, including 117 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Metiya?
There are 44 households in Metiya.
What is the literacy rate in Metiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metiya is 83.48%. Male literacy is 91.45% and female literacy is 74.77%.