Petagadu - Surada, Ganjam
Petagadu is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Hukuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petagadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petagadu is 410864. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Petagadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petagadu
As per Census 2011, Petagadu village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 223 males and 233 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petagadu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Petagadu
Petagadu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Petagadu
Petagadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Petagadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Petagadu is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Petagadu is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petagadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petagadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Petagadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petagadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Petagadu
Where is Petagadu located?
Petagadu village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petagadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Petagadu is Hukuma.
What is the pincode of Petagadu?
The pincode of Petagadu is 761108.
What is the population of Petagadu?
Petagadu has a total population of 456, including 223 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Petagadu?
There are 92 households in Petagadu.
What is the literacy rate in Petagadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petagadu is 35.09%. Male literacy is 39.91% and female literacy is 30.47%.