Metala
About Metala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Metala village is 318187. Metala village is located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Gohaliara is the gram panchayat of Metala village.
The total geographical area of village is 50.08 hectares. Metala has a total population of 1,148 peoples, out of which male population is 575 while female population is 573. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 996 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of metala village is 49.30% out of which 60.87% males and 37.70% females are literate. There are about 255 houses in metala village. Pincode of metala village locality is 731123.
When it comes to administration, Metala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Metala village comes under Suri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Dubrajpur is nearest town to metala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Metala
The population details of Metala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,148 | 575 | 573 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,009 | 505 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 566 | 350 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 225 | 357 |
Connectivity of Metala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metala
Where is Metala located?
Metala village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metala?
The Gram Panchayat of Metala is Gohaliara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Metala?
The pincode of Metala is 731123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Metala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Metala is 1,148, with 575 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Metala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Metala village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Metala is 49.30%. The male literacy rate is 60.87%, while the female literacy rate is 37.70%.