Petha

Petha is a village located in Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Etapalli (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Halewara is the gram panchayat of Petha village.

Here you can discover what makes Petha unique in its vibrant Etapalli-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Petha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Petha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petha is 539559. The village spans a total geographical area of 579.3 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Petha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 92km away.

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Population of Petha

According to the 2011 Census, Petha has a total population of about 189, with approximately 96 males and 93 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 184. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.04%, with male literacy at about 43.75% and female literacy near 30.11%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 189 96 93
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 19 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 1 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 184 94 90
Literate Population 70 42 28
Illiterate Population 119 54 65

Connectivity of Petha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petha. As per the 2011 stats, Petha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Petha

Knowing the nearby villages of Petha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Petha

Where is Petha located?
Petha village is situated in Etapalli Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petha?
The Gram Panchayat of Petha is Halewara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Petha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petha is 189, with 96 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Petha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Petha village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petha is 37.04%. The male literacy rate is 43.75%, while the female literacy rate is 30.11%.