Petphorwa
Petphorwa is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kadari is the gram panchayat of Petphorwa village.
Petphorwa has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Petphorwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petphorwa is 436824. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495687. Champa is nearest town to Petphorwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Petphorwa 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Petphorwa
Population of Petphorwa
Below is a concise population overview of Petphorwa 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 | 527 | 276 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 335 | 206 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 70 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petphorwa village:
- The total population of Petphorwa village is around 527, including approximately 276 males and 251 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Petphorwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Petphorwa village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Petphorwa village is about 63.57%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 51.39%.
- There are around 119 households in Petphorwa village.
Connectivity of Petphorwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petphorwa. As per the 2011 stats, Petphorwa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petphorwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Petphorwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petphorwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petphorwa
- Where is Petphorwa located?
- Petphorwa village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petphorwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petphorwa is Kadari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Petphorwa?
- The pincode of Petphorwa is 495687, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petphorwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petphorwa is 527, with 276 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Petphorwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petphorwa village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petphorwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petphorwa is 63.57%. The male literacy rate is 74.64%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.