Metigudam - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Metigudam is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 192 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Konjed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metigudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metigudam is 539996. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.6 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 192 km away.
Metigudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Metigudam
As per Census 2011, Metigudam village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 188 males and 199 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metigudam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 188 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 170 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 72 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Metigudam
Metigudam 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 Metigudam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Metigudam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Metigudam is about 192 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metigudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metigudam 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 Metigudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metigudam 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 Metigudam
Where is Metigudam located?
Metigudam village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metigudam?
The Gram Panchayat of Metigudam is Konjed.
What is the pincode of Metigudam?
The pincode of Metigudam is 442709.
What is the population of Metigudam?
Metigudam has a total population of 387, including 188 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Metigudam?
There are 67 households in Metigudam.
What is the literacy rate in Metigudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metigudam is 56.59%. Male literacy is 61.70% and female literacy is 51.76%.