Petarbadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Petarbadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petarbadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petarbadi is 417458. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Petarbadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petarbadi
According to the 2011 Census, Petarbadi village had a total population of 275 people, including 137 males and 138 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.51%, with male literacy at 49.52% and female literacy at 33.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 85 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Petarbadi
Petarbadi 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 Petarbadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Petarbadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Petarbadi is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Petarbadi is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petarbadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petarbadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Petarbadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petarbadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petarbadi
Where is Petarbadi located?
Petarbadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petarbadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Petarbadi is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Petarbadi?
The pincode of Petarbadi is 762104.
What is the population of Petarbadi?
Petarbadi had a total population of 275, including 137 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Petarbadi?
Petarbadi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petarbadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petarbadi was 41.51%. Male literacy was 49.52% and female literacy was 33.64%.