Met - Wada, Palghar
Met is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from Vada and around 82 km from Thane. Ghonsai serves as the Village Panchayat for Met village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Met is 552108. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.35 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Met village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Met
According to the 2011 Census, Met village had a total population of 989 people, including 570 males and 419 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 67.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 570 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 420 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 150 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Met
Met 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 Met
Met is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Met is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Met is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Met
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Met 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 Met
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Met 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Met
Where is Met located?
Met village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Met?
The Village Panchayat of Met is Ghonsai.
What is the pincode of Met?
The pincode of Met is 421312.
What is the population of Met?
Met had a total population of 989, including 570 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Met?
Met had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Met?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Met was 75.56%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 67.47%.