Metla
Metla is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Metla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Metla unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Metla’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 Metla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Metla is 028535. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143515. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Metla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Metla
Population of Metla
According to the 2011 Census, Metla has a total population of about 943, with approximately 498 males and 445 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.81%, with male literacy at about 75.50% and female literacy near 71.91%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Metla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 943 | 498 | 445 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 59 | 28 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 100 | 76 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 696 | 376 | 320 |
Illiterate Population | 247 | 122 | 125 |
Connectivity of Metla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Metla. As per the 2011 stats, Metla 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 Metla
Knowing the nearby villages of Metla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Metla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Metla
- Where is Metla located?
- Metla village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Metla?
- Metla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Metla?
- The pincode of Metla is 143515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Metla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Metla is 943, with 498 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Metla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Metla village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Metla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Metla is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 75.50%, while the female literacy rate is 71.91%.