Metabehera - Pottangi, Koraput
Metabehera is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metabehera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metabehera is 430031. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Metabehera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metabehera
As per Census 2011, Metabehera village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 196 males and 208 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metabehera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 196 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 175 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Metabehera
Metabehera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilikabitra | North | 1.68 km |
| Telrai | West | 1.97 km |
| Totavalsa | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Walagan(olagaon) | East | 2.40 km |
| Bitra | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Tangini | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Siura | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Digugabadar | North | 3.65 km |
| Podapadar | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Patalaudi | South | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Metabehera
Public transport in the Metabehera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Metabehera is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Metabehera is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metabehera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metabehera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Metabehera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metabehera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metabehera
Where is Metabehera located?
Metabehera village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metabehera?
The Gram Panchayat of Metabehera is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Metabehera?
The pincode of Metabehera is 764039.
What is the population of Metabehera?
Metabehera has a total population of 404, including 196 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Metabehera?
There are 97 households in Metabehera.
What is the literacy rate in Metabehera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metabehera is 7.18%. Male literacy is 10.71% and female literacy is 3.85%.