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.

Petakhala has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 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.

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Population of Petakhala

Below is a concise population overview of Petakhala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petakhala village:

  • The total population of Petakhala village is around 245, including approximately 124 males and 121 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Petakhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Petakhala village has 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Petakhala village is about 22.86%, with male literacy at 33.87% and female literacy at 11.57%.
  • There are around 50 households in Petakhala village.

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)
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.

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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%.