Peta - Bagicha, Jashpur
Peta is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Peta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peta is 433673. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.93 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Peta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peta
As per Census 2011, Peta village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 468 males and 495 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 785 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 468 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 785 | 379 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 293 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 175 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Peta
Peta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonpur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Khantadand | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Bimda | West | 2.85 km |
| Rokda | North | 3.33 km |
| Jhagarpur | East | 3.42 km |
| Jurgum | South | 3.44 km |
| Bagdol | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Jhinki | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Rupsera | East | 5.25 km |
| Samarbar | North-West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peta
Peta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Peta is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Peta is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Peta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peta
Where is Peta located?
Peta village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peta?
Peta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peta?
The pincode of Peta is 496224.
What is the population of Peta?
Peta has a total population of 963, including 468 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Peta?
There are 211 households in Peta.
What is the literacy rate in Peta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peta is 54.00%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 45.86%.