Petrai - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Petrai is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 195 km from Visakhapatnam. Darakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petrai is 585391. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Petrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petrai
According to the 2011 Census, Petrai village had a total population of 350 people, including 182 males and 168 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.34%, with male literacy at 18.12% and female literacy at 4.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 350 | 182 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 182 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 27 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 155 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Petrai
Petrai 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 Petrai
Petrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Petrai is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Petrai is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Petrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petrai
Where is Petrai located?
Petrai village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Petrai is Darakonda.
What is the pincode of Petrai?
The pincode of Petrai is 531133.
What is the population of Petrai?
Petrai had a total population of 350, including 182 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Petrai?
Petrai had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petrai was 11.34%. Male literacy was 18.12% and female literacy was 4.23%.