Petla
Petla is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Petla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Petla unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Petla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Petla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petla is 433479. The village spans a total geographical area of 2093.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497111. Sitapur is nearest town to Petla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Petla
Population of Petla
According to the 2011 Census, Petla has a total population of about 3,848, with approximately 1,978 males and 1,870 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 593 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,723. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.98%, with male literacy at about 53.64% and female literacy near 35.83%. There are around 919 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,848 | 1,978 | 1,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 307 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,723 | 1,392 | 1,331 |
| Literate Population | 1,731 | 1,061 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,117 | 917 | 1,200 |
Connectivity of Petla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petla. As per the 2011 stats, Petla 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petla
Knowing the nearby villages of Petla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petla
- Where is Petla located?
- Petla village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petla?
- Petla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Petla?
- The pincode of Petla is 497111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petla is 3,848, with 1,978 males and 1,870 females.
- How many households are there in Petla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petla village has a total of 919 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petla is 44.98%. The male literacy rate is 53.64%, while the female literacy rate is 35.83%.