Metukhilingirai - Gudari, Rayagada
Metukhilingirai is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . M.k.rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metukhilingirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metukhilingirai is 426979. The village covers a total geographical area of 622 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Metukhilingirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metukhilingirai
As per Census 2011, Metukhilingirai village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 683 males and 688 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 777 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Metukhilingirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 683 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 117 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 236 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 364 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 445 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 238 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Metukhilingirai
Metukhilingirai 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 Metukhilingirai
Metukhilingirai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gudari to Metukhilingirai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Metukhilingirai is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metukhilingirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metukhilingirai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Metukhilingirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metukhilingirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Metukhilingirai
Where is Metukhilingirai located?
Metukhilingirai village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metukhilingirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Metukhilingirai is M.k.rai.
What is the pincode of Metukhilingirai?
The pincode of Metukhilingirai is 765026.
What is the population of Metukhilingirai?
Metukhilingirai has a total population of 1,371, including 683 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Metukhilingirai?
There are 324 households in Metukhilingirai.
What is the literacy rate in Metukhilingirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metukhilingirai is 54.27%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 43.46%.