Petarkui - Mandvi, Surat
Petarkui is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Balethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petarkui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petarkui is 523960. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.14 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Petarkui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petarkui
According to the 2011 Census, Petarkui village had a total population of 298 people, including 151 males and 147 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 75.45% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 150 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 83 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 68 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Petarkui
Petarkui 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 Petarkui
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Petarkui.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Petarkui is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Petarkui is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petarkui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petarkui 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 Petarkui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petarkui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petarkui
Where is Petarkui located?
Petarkui village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petarkui?
The Gram Panchayat of Petarkui is Balethi.
What is the pincode of Petarkui?
The pincode of Petarkui is 394440.
What is the population of Petarkui?
Petarkui had a total population of 298, including 151 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Petarkui?
Petarkui had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petarkui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petarkui was 65.78%. Male literacy was 75.45% and female literacy was 56.52%.