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.
Here you can discover what makes Petupali unique in its vibrant Melchhamunda-Bargarh region. You’ll see Petupali’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Petupali has a total population of about 2,527, with approximately 1,202 males and 1,325 females. The sex ratio is around 1102 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 311 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 671 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 515. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.99%, with male literacy at about 75.46% and female literacy near 61.21%. There are around 598 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petupali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.