Petakhala
Petakhala is a village located in Adva tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Adva (tehsildar office) and 156km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Paniganda is the gram panchayat of Petakhala village.
Here you can discover what makes Petakhala unique in its vibrant Adva-Gajapati region. You’ll see Petakhala’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 Petakhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petakhala is 413485. The village spans a total geographical area of 5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761217. Digapahandi is nearest town to Petakhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 96km away.
Google Map of Petakhala
Population of Petakhala
According to the 2011 Census, Petakhala has a total population of about 245, with approximately 124 males and 121 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 241. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.86%, with male literacy at about 33.87% and female literacy near 11.57%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petakhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 245 | 124 | 121 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 123 | 118 |
Literate Population | 56 | 42 | 14 |
Illiterate Population | 189 | 82 | 107 |
Connectivity of Petakhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petakhala. As per the 2011 stats, Petakhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petakhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Petakhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petakhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petakhala
- Where is Petakhala located?
- Petakhala village is situated in Adva Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petakhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petakhala is Paniganda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Petakhala?
- The pincode of Petakhala is 761217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petakhala is 245, with 124 males and 121 females.
- How many households are there in Petakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petakhala village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petakhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petakhala is 22.86%. The male literacy rate is 33.87%, while the female literacy rate is 11.57%.