Mettathur
Mettathur is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Mettathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mettathur unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Mettathur’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 Mettathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mettathur is 633644. The village spans a total geographical area of 397.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607204. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Mettathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mettathur
Population of Mettathur
According to the 2011 Census, Mettathur has a total population of about 1,201, with approximately 632 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 671 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 61.70%, with male literacy at about 74.21% and female literacy near 47.80%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mettathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,201 | 632 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 338 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 741 | 469 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 163 | 297 |
Connectivity of Mettathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mettathur. As per the 2011 stats, Mettathur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mettathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mettathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mettathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mettathur
- Where is Mettathur located?
- Mettathur village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mettathur?
- Mettathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mettathur?
- The pincode of Mettathur is 607204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mettathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mettathur is 1,201, with 632 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Mettathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mettathur village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mettathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mettathur is 61.70%. The male literacy rate is 74.21%, while the female literacy rate is 47.80%.