Metpalle - Kannepally, Mancherial
Metpalle is a village situated in the Kannepally mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhimini and around 240 km from Adilabad. Metpalle village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metpalle is 569843. The village covers a total geographical area of 1860 hectares and falls under the 504219 pincode. Bellampalle is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Metpalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Metpalle
According to the 2011 Census, Metpalle village had a total population of 3,028 people, including 1,502 males and 1,526 females, living in 803 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.53%, with male literacy at 52.91% and female literacy at 36.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,028 | 1,502 | 1,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 196 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 218 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 691 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,835 | 811 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Metpalle
Metpalle is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Metpalle
Metpalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bellampalle to Metpalle is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Metpalle is about 240 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metpalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metpalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Metpalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metpalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Metpalle
Where is Metpalle located?
Metpalle village is located in Kannepally Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Metpalle?
Metpalle is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Metpalle?
The pincode of Metpalle is 504219.
What is the population of Metpalle?
Metpalle had a total population of 3,028, including 1,502 males and 1,526 females.
How many households are there in Metpalle?
Metpalle had 803 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metpalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metpalle was 44.53%. Male literacy was 52.91% and female literacy was 36.56%.