Mettupalayam

Mettupalayam is a village located in Veppanthattai taluka of Perambalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Veppanthattai (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Perambalur. As per 2009 stats, Mettupalayam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Mettupalayam unique in its vibrant Veppanthattai-Perambalur 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 636163. The village spans a total geographical area of 1316.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621115. Labbaikudikadu is nearest town to Mettupalayam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mettupalayam

According to the 2011 Census, Mettupalayam has a total population of about 1,024, with approximately 504 males and 520 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 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 48.54%, with male literacy at about 54.96% and female literacy near 42.31%. There are around 307 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,024 504 520
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 64 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 329 168 161
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 497 277 220
Illiterate Population 527 227 300

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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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 Veppanthattai Taluka, within the Perambalur 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 621115, 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 1,024, with 504 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Mettupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mettupalayam village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mettupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mettupalayam is 48.54%. The male literacy rate is 54.96%, while the female literacy rate is 42.31%.