Metla - Batala, Gurdaspur
Metla is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Metla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metla is 028535. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Metla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metla
According to the 2011 Census, Metla village had a total population of 943 people, including 498 males and 445 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 85.65% and female literacy at 76.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 498 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 59 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 100 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 376 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 122 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Metla
Metla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warsal Chak | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Chak Wasan | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Bharth | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Khokharwal | East | 3.31 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 3.40 km |
| Nangal Jhawar | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Bham | North | 3.72 km |
| Brahm | South | 3.80 km |
| Mari Panwan | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Khudi | South | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Metla
Metla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khudda Korala, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Metla is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metla 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Metla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metla 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 Metla
Where is Metla located?
Metla village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metla?
Metla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Metla?
The pincode of Metla is 143506.
What is the population of Metla?
Metla had a total population of 943, including 498 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Metla?
Metla had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metla was 81.31%. Male literacy was 85.65% and female literacy was 76.74%.