Metrusa - Mori, Uttarkashi
Metrusa is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khedmi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metrusa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metrusa is 040260. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.59 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Metrusa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Metrusa
According to the 2011 Census, Metrusa village had a total population of 114 people, including 51 males and 63 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.80%, with male literacy at 70.27% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 114 | 51 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Metrusa
Metrusa 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 Metrusa
Metrusa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Barkot to Metrusa is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Metrusa is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metrusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metrusa 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 Metrusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metrusa 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 Metrusa
Where is Metrusa located?
Metrusa village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Metrusa?
The Gram Panchayat of Metrusa is Khedmi.
What is the pincode of Metrusa?
The pincode of Metrusa is 249128.
What is the population of Metrusa?
Metrusa had a total population of 114, including 51 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Metrusa?
Metrusa had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metrusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metrusa was 61.80%. Male literacy was 70.27% and female literacy was 55.77%.