Metiari

Metiari is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.8km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 38.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Pratapnagar is the gram panchayat of Metiari village.

Metiari has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Metiari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Metiari is 333595. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743330. Sonarpur is nearest town to Metiari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Metiari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Metiari

Below is a concise population overview of Metiari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,674 856 818
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 189 105 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 739 376 363
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,161 631 530
Illiterate Population 513 225 288

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Metiari village:

  • The total population of Metiari village is around 1,674, including approximately 856 males and 818 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Metiari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Metiari village has 739 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Metiari village is about 69.35%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 64.79%.
  • There are around 380 households in Metiari village.

Connectivity of Metiari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Metiari. As per the 2011 stats, Metiari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Metiari

Knowing the nearby villages of Metiari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Metiari.

Jaynagar Andharia Samukpota Pratapnagar Garal Muragachha Natagachhi Jardaha Benebou Jafarpur Kharigoda

Frequently Asked Questions about Metiari

Where is Metiari located?
Metiari village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Metiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Metiari is Pratapnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Metiari?
The pincode of Metiari is 743330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Metiari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Metiari is 1,674, with 856 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Metiari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Metiari village has a total of 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Metiari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Metiari is 69.35%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 64.79%.