Pekata
About Pekata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pekata village is 414729. Pekata village is located in Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rayagada (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Marlaba is the gram panchayat of Pekata village.
The total geographical area of village is 903 hectares. Pekata has a total population of 1,062 peoples, out of which male population is 512 while female population is 550. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1074 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pekata village is 35.50% out of which 52.34% males and 19.82% females are literate. There are about 232 houses in pekata village. Pincode of pekata village locality is 761213.
When it comes to administration, Pekata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pekata village comes under Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency & Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency. Rayagada is nearest town to pekata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Pekata
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 512 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 268 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 244 | 441 |
Connectivity of Pekata
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pekata
Where is Pekata located?
Pekata village is situated in Rayagada Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekata?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekata is Marlaba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pekata?
The pincode of Pekata is 761213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pekata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekata is 1,062, with 512 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Pekata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekata village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekata is 35.50%. The male literacy rate is 52.34%, while the female literacy rate is 19.82%.