Meturu

Meturu is a village located in Gurandi tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gurandi (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Uppalada is the gram panchayat of Meturu village.

Here you can discover what makes Meturu unique in its vibrant Gurandi-Gajapati region. You’ll see Meturu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Meturu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meturu is 414652. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761211. Parlakhemundi is nearest town to Meturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Meturu

According to the 2011 Census, Meturu has a total population of about 258, with approximately 170 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 517 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 91.86%, with male literacy at about 94.12% and female literacy near 87.50%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meturu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 258 170 88
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 5 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 5 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 N/A 3
Literate Population 237 160 77
Illiterate Population 21 10 11

Connectivity of Meturu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meturu. As per the 2011 stats, Meturu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Meturu

Knowing the nearby villages of Meturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meturu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Meturu

Where is Meturu located?
Meturu village is situated in Gurandi Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Meturu is Uppalada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meturu?
The pincode of Meturu is 761211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meturu is 258, with 170 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Meturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meturu village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meturu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meturu is 91.86%. The male literacy rate is 94.12%, while the female literacy rate is 87.50%.