Petupali
Petupali is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Petupali village is also a gram panchayat.
Petupali has its own place in the vibrant Bargarh 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 Petupali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petupali is 380147. The village spans a total geographical area of 687 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768034. Padmapur is nearest town to Petupali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Petupali
Population of Petupali
Below is a concise population overview of Petupali 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 | 2,527 | 1,202 | 1,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 311 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 217 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 907 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 295 | 514 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petupali village:
- The total population of Petupali village is around 2,527, including approximately 1,202 males and 1,325 females, with a sex ratio of 1102 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 311 children aged 0–6 years in Petupali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Petupali village has 671 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 515 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Petupali village is about 67.99%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 61.21%.
- There are around 598 households in Petupali village.
Connectivity of Petupali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petupali. As per the 2011 stats, Petupali 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petupali
Knowing the nearby villages of Petupali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petupali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petupali
- Where is Petupali located?
- Petupali village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petupali?
- Petupali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Petupali?
- The pincode of Petupali is 768034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petupali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petupali is 2,527, with 1,202 males and 1,325 females.
- How many households are there in Petupali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petupali village has a total of 598 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petupali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petupali is 67.99%. The male literacy rate is 75.46%, while the female literacy rate is 61.21%.