Petgaon
Petgaon is a village located in Sindewahi tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sindewahi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Petgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Petgaon has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Petgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petgaon is 541080. The village spans a total geographical area of 465 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Petgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Petgaon
Population of Petgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Petgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,662 | 1,294 | 1,368 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 126 | 155 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,230 | 596 | 634 |
Literate Population | 1,831 | 1,027 | 804 |
Illiterate Population | 831 | 267 | 564 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petgaon village:
- The total population of Petgaon village is around 2,662, including approximately 1,294 males and 1,368 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 281 children aged 0–6 years in Petgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Petgaon village has 120 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,230 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Petgaon village is about 68.78%, with male literacy at 79.37% and female literacy at 58.77%.
- There are around 653 households in Petgaon village.
Connectivity of Petgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Petgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Petgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petgaon
- Where is Petgaon located?
- Petgaon village is situated in Sindewahi Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petgaon?
- Petgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Petgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petgaon is 2,662, with 1,294 males and 1,368 females.
- How many households are there in Petgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petgaon village has a total of 653 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petgaon is 68.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.37%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.