Mettupalayam
Mettupalayam is a village located in Vellore taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore is the district & sub-district headquarter of Mettupalayam village. As per 2009 stats, Mottupalayam is the gram panchayat of Mettupalayam village.
Mettupalayam has its own place in the vibrant Vellore 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 Mettupalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mettupalayam is 630879. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632001. Pennathur is nearest town to Mettupalayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mettupalayam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arcot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Mettupalayam
Below is a concise population overview of Mettupalayam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 621 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 257 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 516 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 105 | 223 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mettupalayam village:
- The total population of Mettupalayam village is around 1,298, including approximately 621 males and 677 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Mettupalayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mettupalayam village has 520 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mettupalayam village is about 74.73%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 67.06%.
- There are around 307 households in Mettupalayam village.
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 1 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 Vellore Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mettupalayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mettupalayam is Mottupalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mettupalayam?
- The pincode of Mettupalayam is 632001, 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 1,298, with 621 males and 677 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 74.73%. The male literacy rate is 83.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.06%.