Petu - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Petu is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhararu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petu is 013385. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.71 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Petu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petu
According to the 2011 Census, Petu village had a total population of 311 people, including 142 males and 169 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 70.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 311 | 142 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 30 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 39 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Petu
Petu 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 Petu
Petu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Petu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Petu is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Petu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Petu
Where is Petu located?
Petu village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petu?
The Gram Panchayat of Petu is Bhararu.
What is the pincode of Petu?
The pincode of Petu is 175015.
What is the population of Petu?
Petu had a total population of 311, including 142 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Petu?
Petu had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petu was 79.48%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 70.51%.