Met - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Met is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Met village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Met is 542997. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.67 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Met
As per Census 2011, Met village has a total population of 2,107 people, consisting of 1,074 males and 1,033 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 1,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Met are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,107 | 1,074 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 191 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 651 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 423 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Met
Met 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khopra Kh. | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Tembhurdara | East | 3.62 km |
| Krishanpur | West | 3.76 km |
| Chincholi Dhanki | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Kharus Kh. | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Akoli | East | 5.58 km |
| Karanji | South-East | 6.81 km |
| Ganjegaon | South | 6.92 km |
| Hardada | South-West | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Met
Met is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umarkhed to Met is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Met is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Met
Where is Met located?
Met village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Met?
Met is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Met?
The pincode of Met is 445206.
What is the population of Met?
Met has a total population of 2,107, including 1,074 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Met?
There are 443 households in Met.
What is the literacy rate in Met?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Met is 51.40%. Male literacy is 60.61% and female literacy is 41.82%.