Mettinhal - Kushtagi, Koppal
Mettinhal is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Sanganal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettinhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettinhal is 601538. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.56 hectares and falls under the 583279 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Mettinhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mettinhal
As per Census 2011, Mettinhal village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 256 males and 263 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 327 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mettinhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 256 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 166 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 133 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Mettinhal
Mettinhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanhal | East | 2.58 km |
| Hiretemminhal | South | 2.61 km |
| Manedhal | West | 2.94 km |
| Ganganhal | South | 3.01 km |
| Sanganhal | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Pura | East | 4.47 km |
| Hadagli | West | 4.79 km |
| Hulihyder | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Hosgudda | South | 5.50 km |
| Tawargera | North | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mettinhal
Public transport in the Mettinhal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hitnal, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Mettinhal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Mettinhal is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettinhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettinhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mettinhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettinhal 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 Mettinhal
Where is Mettinhal located?
Mettinhal village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettinhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettinhal is Sanganal.
What is the pincode of Mettinhal?
The pincode of Mettinhal is 583279.
What is the population of Mettinhal?
Mettinhal has a total population of 519, including 256 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Mettinhal?
There are 90 households in Mettinhal.
What is the literacy rate in Mettinhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettinhal is 42.97%. Male literacy is 48.05% and female literacy is 38.02%.