Village code 260397

Metara Village, Ghoshi Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Metara is a village in Ghoshi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jehanabad district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Metara village map in Bihar
Metara village map image for Ghoshi Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Metara is a village in Ghoshi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jehanabad district, Bihar. For Metara, the population is 2,145 and Census village code is 260397. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Metara village
Village code260397
Population2,145
Households338
Area240 ha / 2.40 sq. km / 593 acres
Population density894 people per sq. km
Sex ratio893 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJehanabad (30 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtJehanabad
Census 2011 districtJehanabad

Location and Administration

Metara comes under Bharthu gram panchayat and Ghoshi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Ghoshi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Ghoshi at 7 km. The Census district headquarters, Jehanabad, is 30 km away.

Administrative details for Metara
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtJehanabad
Census 2011 districtJehanabad
State code10
District code239
Block / Census sub-district code1539
C.D. Block code527
Block panchayat code527

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Metara village and its household count.

Total population

2,145 residents in 338 households

Male population

1,133

Female population

1,012

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 304; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Metara
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Metara
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Metara
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageAvailable
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power7 hours per day
Winter domestic power5 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Metara
Net area sown147.92 hectares
Irrigated area23.72 hectares
Unirrigated area124.20 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area23.72 hectares
Non-agricultural area42.60 hectares
Current fallow land49.48 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Metara
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jehanabad, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jehanabad, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Metara

Jehanabad (30 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Ghoshi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Metara
Nearest major townJehanabad (30 km)
Block headquartersGhoshi (7 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Metara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Metara
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Closed DrainageAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage Covered with Tiles SlabsAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Metara village located?

Metara is located in Ghoshi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Jehanabad.

Which Block is Metara in?

Metara is in Ghoshi Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Metara in?

District: Jehanabad.

What is the village code of Metara?

The Census village code of Metara is 260397.

What is the population of Metara?

Metara has 2,145 residents in 338 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Metara part of?

Metara comes under Bharthu gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Metara?

The nearest statutory town to Metara is Jehanabad (30 km).

Which crops are grown in Metara?

The main crops reported for Metara are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Metara?

Land-use details for Metara include net area sown: 147.92 hectares, irrigated area: 23.72 hectares, and unirrigated area: 124.20 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Metara?

Government primary school status for Metara is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Metara?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Metara?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Metara?

The total geographical area of Metara is 240 hectares.

How many households are in Metara?

Metara has 338 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Metara?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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