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
As per Census 2011, Penta village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 309 males and 317 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 309 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 626, including 309 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Penta?
There are 173 households in Penta.
What is the literacy rate in Penta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penta is 9.42%. Male literacy is 13.59% and female literacy is 5.36%.