Petapeti - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Petapeti is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Khuntpani and around 24 km from Chaibasa. Pandabir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petapeti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petapeti is 377552. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode.
Petapeti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petapeti
According to the 2011 Census, Petapeti village had a total population of 609 people, including 319 males and 290 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.44%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 40.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 580.
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 | 609 | 319 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 304 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 169 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 150 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Petapeti
Petapeti 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 Petapeti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Petapeti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chaibasa to Petapeti is about 24 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 Petapeti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petapeti 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 Petapeti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petapeti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Petapeti
Where is Petapeti located?
Petapeti village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petapeti?
The Gram Panchayat of Petapeti is Pandabir.
What is the pincode of Petapeti?
The pincode of Petapeti is 833204.
What is the population of Petapeti?
Petapeti had a total population of 609, including 319 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Petapeti?
Petapeti had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petapeti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petapeti was 55.44%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 40.34%.