Mettur - Yercaud, Salem
Mettur is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Vellakkadai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mettur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mettur is 634090. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.44 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Yercaud is the nearest town.
Mettur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mettur
As per Census 2011, Mettur village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 144 males and 154 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mettur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mettur
Mettur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solambadi | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Nallur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Nanthan Chedu R.f. | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Melur | South | 1.98 km |
| Nanthen Chedu | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Anakkadu | East | 2.51 km |
| Vellakkadai | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Solur | West | 2.98 km |
| Mangalam | West | 3.19 km |
| Ajjam Patty (r.f.) | North | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mettur
Public transport in the Mettur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lokur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Mettur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mettur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mettur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mettur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mettur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mettur
Where is Mettur located?
Mettur village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mettur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mettur is Vellakkadai.
What is the pincode of Mettur?
The pincode of Mettur is 636602.
What is the population of Mettur?
Mettur has a total population of 298, including 144 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mettur?
There are 81 households in Mettur.
What is the literacy rate in Mettur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mettur is 33.22%. Male literacy is 45.14% and female literacy is 22.08%.