Petha - Kutru, Bijapur
Petha is a village situated in the Kutru tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Bhairamgarh and around 45 km from Bijapur. Petha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petha is 451188. The village covers a total geographical area of 2014.67 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Petha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petha
According to the 2011 Census, Petha village had a total population of 492 people, including 253 males and 239 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.96%, with male literacy at 34.31% and female literacy at 8.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 492 | 253 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 221 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 70 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 183 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Petha
Petha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parkeli | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Guttamangi | North | 3.30 km |
| Darbha | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Bandemarka | East | 4.24 km |
| Patakutru | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Kodka | North | 4.49 km |
| Jaigur | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Mangapetha | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Kutru | West | 4.86 km |
| Aaklanka | North-West | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petha
The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Petha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Petha
Where is Petha located?
Petha village is located in Kutru Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petha?
Petha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Petha?
The pincode of Petha is 494450.
What is the population of Petha?
Petha had a total population of 492, including 253 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Petha?
Petha had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petha was 21.96%. Male literacy was 34.31% and female literacy was 8.20%.