Metrana - Sidhpur, Patan
Metrana is a village situated in the Sidhpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Metrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metrana is 508747. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.86 hectares and falls under the 384290 pincode. Sidhpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Metrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metrana
As per Census 2011, Metrana village has a total population of 3,783 people, consisting of 1,985 males and 1,798 females. The village has 694 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,541 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metrana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,783 | 1,985 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 268 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 225 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,541 | 1,503 | 1,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 482 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Metrana
Metrana 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 Metrana
Metrana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sidhpur to Metrana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Metrana is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Metrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metrana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metrana
Where is Metrana located?
Metrana village is located in Sidhpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metrana?
Metrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Metrana?
The pincode of Metrana is 384290.
What is the population of Metrana?
Metrana has a total population of 3,783, including 1,985 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Metrana?
There are 694 households in Metrana.
What is the literacy rate in Metrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metrana is 67.17%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 57.73%.