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.
Meturu has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Meturu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meturu village:
- The total population of Meturu village is around 258, including approximately 170 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 517 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Meturu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meturu village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meturu village is about 91.86%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 87.50%.
- There are around 24 households in Meturu village.
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) |
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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%.