Petari - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Petari is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Dighari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petari is 372320. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Petari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petari
As per Census 2011, Petari village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 371 males and 378 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 371 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 165 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 206 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Petari
Petari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanadih | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Kenduwa | West | 1.29 km |
| Malwa | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Irkia | South | 1.43 km |
| Chainpur | North | 1.57 km |
| Champapur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Majladih. | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Sakalpur | South | 2.41 km |
| Bagtarpa | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Aoratanr | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petari
Petari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jamtara to Petari is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Petari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petari
Where is Petari located?
Petari village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petari?
The Gram Panchayat of Petari is Dighari.
What is the pincode of Petari?
The pincode of Petari is 815357.
What is the population of Petari?
Petari has a total population of 749, including 371 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Petari?
There are 129 households in Petari.
What is the literacy rate in Petari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petari is 35.51%. Male literacy is 44.47% and female literacy is 26.72%.