Petha
Petha is a village located in Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairamgarh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Petha village is also a gram panchayat.
Petha has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 Petha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petha is 451188. The village spans a total geographical area of 2014.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Bijapur is nearest town to Petha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Petha 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 Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar 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 Petha
Below is a concise population overview of Petha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 253 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 221 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 70 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 183 | 224 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petha village:
- The total population of Petha village is around 492, including approximately 253 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Petha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Petha village has 428 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Petha village is about 17.28%, with male literacy at 27.67% and female literacy at 6.28%.
- There are around 91 households in Petha village.
Connectivity of Petha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petha. As per the 2011 stats, Petha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petha
Knowing the nearby villages of Petha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petha
- Where is Petha located?
- Petha village is situated in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petha?
- Petha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Petha?
- The pincode of Petha is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petha is 492, with 253 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Petha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petha village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petha is 17.28%. The male literacy rate is 27.67%, while the female literacy rate is 6.28%.