Mettur

Mettur is a village located in Yercaud taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Yercaud (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Vazhavanthi is the gram panchayat of Mettur village.

Mettur has its own place in the vibrant Salem region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mettur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mettur is 634090. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636602. Yercaud is nearest town to Mettur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mettur

Below is a concise population overview of Mettur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 298 144 154
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 18 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 2 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 288 140 148
Literate Population 99 65 34
Illiterate Population 199 79 120

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mettur village:

  • The total population of Mettur village is around 298, including approximately 144 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Mettur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mettur village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 288 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mettur village is about 33.22%, with male literacy at 45.14% and female literacy at 22.08%.
  • There are around 81 households in Mettur village.

Connectivity of Mettur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mettur. As per the 2011 stats, Mettur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mettur

Knowing the nearby villages of Mettur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mettur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mettur

Where is Mettur located?
Mettur village is situated in Yercaud Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettur is Vazhavanthi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mettur?
The pincode of Mettur is 636602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mettur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mettur is 298, with 144 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mettur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mettur village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mettur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mettur is 33.22%. The male literacy rate is 45.14%, while the female literacy rate is 22.08%.