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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Peta S village has a total population of 1,680 people, consisting of 863 males and 817 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peta S are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Peta S?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 1,680, including 863 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Peta S?
There are 376 households in Peta S.
What is the literacy rate in Peta S?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peta S is 65.71%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 57.53%.