Peta S - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Peta S is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 189 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Petha S. serves as the Village Panchayat for Peta S village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peta S is 539990. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.27 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 189 km away.
Peta S village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peta S
According to the 2011 Census, Peta S village had a total population of 1,680 people, including 863 males and 817 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 81.28% and female literacy at 63.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 472.
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 | 1,680 | 863 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 273 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 634 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 229 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Peta S
Peta S 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 Peta S
Peta S is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Peta S is about 189 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peta S
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peta S village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peta S
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peta S village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peta S
Where is Peta S located?
Peta S village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Peta S?
The Village Panchayat of Peta S is Petha S..
What is the pincode of Peta S?
The pincode of Peta S is 442709.
What is the population of Peta S?
Peta S had a total population of 1,680, including 863 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Peta S?
Peta S had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peta S?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peta S was 72.44%. Male literacy was 81.28% and female literacy was 63.17%.