Metyal - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Metyal is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Metyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Metyal is 336496. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.16 hectares and falls under the 721128 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Metyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Metyal
According to the 2011 Census, Metyal village had a total population of 251 people, including 121 males and 130 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.95%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 77.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 27 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Metyal
Metyal 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 Metyal
Public transport in the Metyal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Midnapur to Metyal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Metyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Metyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Metyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Metyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Metyal
Where is Metyal located?
Metyal village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Metyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Metyal is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Metyal?
The pincode of Metyal is 721128.
What is the population of Metyal?
Metyal had a total population of 251, including 121 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Metyal?
Metyal had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Metyal was 82.95%. Male literacy was 88.68% and female literacy was 77.48%.