Petoli
Petoli is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Petoli village. As per 2009 stats, Petoli village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Petoli unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Petoli’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 Petoli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petoli is 447788. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Kanker is nearest town to Petoli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Petoli village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Petoli
Population of Petoli
According to the 2011 Census, Petoli has a total population of about 993, with approximately 487 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 499. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.11%, with male literacy at about 78.03% and female literacy near 68.38%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petoli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 487 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 240 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 380 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 107 | 160 |
Connectivity of Petoli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petoli. As per the 2011 stats, Petoli 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petoli
Knowing the nearby villages of Petoli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petoli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petoli
- Where is Petoli located?
- Petoli village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petoli?
- Petoli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Petoli?
- The pincode of Petoli is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petoli is 993, with 487 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Petoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petoli village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petoli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petoli is 73.11%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 68.38%.