Mettupalayam
Mettupalayam is a village located in Sriperumbudur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Sriperumbudur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mettupalayam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mettupalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mettupalayam unique in its vibrant Sriperumbudur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Mettupalayam’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 Mettupalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mettupalayam is 629295. The village spans a total geographical area of 401.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631604. Sriperumbudur is nearest town to Mettupalayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Mettupalayam
Population of Mettupalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Mettupalayam has a total population of about 1,068, with approximately 557 males and 511 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 813 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 62.73%, with male literacy at about 67.15% and female literacy near 57.93%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mettupalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,068 | 557 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 395 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 670 | 374 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 183 | 215 |
Connectivity of Mettupalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mettupalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Mettupalayam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mettupalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Mettupalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mettupalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mettupalayam
- Where is Mettupalayam located?
- Mettupalayam village is situated in Sriperumbudur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mettupalayam?
- Mettupalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mettupalayam?
- The pincode of Mettupalayam is 631604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mettupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mettupalayam is 1,068, with 557 males and 511 females.
- How many households are there in Mettupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mettupalayam village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mettupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mettupalayam is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 67.15%, while the female literacy rate is 57.93%.