Penta - Dornapal, Sukma
Penta is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 39 km from Konta and around 115 km from Dantewada. Nagalguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penta is 450376. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.79 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Penta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Penta
According to the 2011 Census, Penta village had a total population of 626 people, including 309 males and 317 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.75%, with male literacy at 15.61% and female literacy at 6.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 612.
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 | 626 | 309 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 301 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 42 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 267 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Penta
Penta 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 Penta
Penta 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Penta is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Penta is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Penta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penta
Where is Penta located?
Penta village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penta?
The Gram Panchayat of Penta is Nagalguda.
What is the pincode of Penta?
The pincode of Penta is 494122.
What is the population of Penta?
Penta had a total population of 626, including 309 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Penta?
Penta had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penta was 10.75%. Male literacy was 15.61% and female literacy was 6.07%.