Metikuppe Forest - Heggadadevankote, Mysuru
Metikuppe Forest is a village situated in the Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Heggadadevankote and around 73 km from Mysore. Chakkodanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metikuppe Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metikuppe Forest is 618868. The village covers a total geographical area of 5254.25 hectares and falls under the 571114 pincode. Hd Kote is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Metikuppe Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metikuppe Forest
As per Census 2011, Metikuppe Forest village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 39 males and 33 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metikuppe Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Metikuppe Forest
Metikuppe Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amani Jungle | East | 5.20 km |
| Halemagge | South-East | 9.04 km |
| Hunasekuppe | East | 10.12 km |
| Chagathikuppe | North-East | 10.41 km |
| Manchegowdanahalli | East | 10.59 km |
| Agasanahundi | North-East | 10.68 km |
| Penjahalli | East | 10.93 km |
| Antharasanthe | East | 10.99 km |
| Ragalakuppe | East | 11.39 km |
| Karapura | South-East | 11.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Metikuppe Forest
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Metikuppe Forest. The nearest railway station is Krishnarajanagara, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hd Kote to Metikuppe Forest is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Metikuppe Forest is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metikuppe Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metikuppe Forest 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 Metikuppe Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metikuppe Forest 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Metikuppe Forest
Where is Metikuppe Forest located?
Metikuppe Forest village is located in Heggadadevankote Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metikuppe Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Metikuppe Forest is Chakkodanahalli.
What is the pincode of Metikuppe Forest?
The pincode of Metikuppe Forest is 571114.
What is the population of Metikuppe Forest?
Metikuppe Forest has a total population of 72, including 39 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Metikuppe Forest?
There are 17 households in Metikuppe Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Metikuppe Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metikuppe Forest is 43.06%. Male literacy is 51.28% and female literacy is 33.33%.