Petagadu
Petagadu is a village located in Surada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Surada (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Hukuma is the gram panchayat of Petagadu village.
Petagadu has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Petagadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petagadu is 410864. The village spans a total geographical area of 107 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761108. Surada is nearest town to Petagadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Petagadu
Below is a concise population overview of Petagadu 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 | 456 | 223 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 134 | 162 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petagadu village:
- The total population of Petagadu village is around 456, including approximately 223 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Petagadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Petagadu village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 142 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Petagadu village is about 35.09%, with male literacy at 39.91% and female literacy at 30.47%.
- There are around 92 households in Petagadu village.
Connectivity of Petagadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petagadu. As per the 2011 stats, Petagadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petagadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Petagadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petagadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petagadu
- Where is Petagadu located?
- Petagadu village is situated in Surada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petagadu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petagadu is Hukuma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Petagadu?
- The pincode of Petagadu is 761108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petagadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petagadu is 456, with 223 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Petagadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petagadu village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petagadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petagadu is 35.09%. The male literacy rate is 39.91%, while the female literacy rate is 30.47%.