Metral - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Metral is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Rudramala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metral is 509856. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.74 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Metral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Metral
As per Census 2011, Metral village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 82 males and 71 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Metral
Metral 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 Metral
Metral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Metral.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Metral is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Metral is about 58 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 Metral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Metral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metral
Where is Metral located?
Metral village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metral?
The Gram Panchayat of Metral is Rudramala.
What is the pincode of Metral?
The pincode of Metral is 383255.
What is the population of Metral?
Metral has a total population of 153, including 82 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Metral?
There are 21 households in Metral.
What is the literacy rate in Metral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metral is 75.82%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 74.65%.