Petpar
Petpar is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Parpar is the gram panchayat of Petpar village.
Here you can discover what makes Petpar unique in its vibrant Mahabaleshwar-Satara region. You’ll see Petpar’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 Petpar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petpar is 562937. The village spans a total geographical area of 7 hectares. Mahabaleshwar is nearest town to Petpar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Petpar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Petpar
Population of Petpar
According to the 2011 Census, Petpar has a total population of about 199, with approximately 99 males and 100 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.37%, with male literacy at about 78.79% and female literacy near 68.00%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petpar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Connectivity of Petpar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petpar. As per the 2011 stats, Petpar 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 Petpar
Knowing the nearby villages of Petpar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petpar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petpar
- Where is Petpar located?
- Petpar village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petpar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petpar is Parpar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Petpar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petpar is 199, with 99 males and 100 females.
- How many households are there in Petpar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petpar village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petpar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petpar is 73.37%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 68.00%.