Petamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Petamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petamaha is 417575. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Petamaha 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 Petamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Petamaha village had a total population of 152 people, including 71 males and 81 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Petamaha
Petamaha 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 Petamaha
Petamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Petamaha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Petamaha is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petamaha 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 Petamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petamaha
Where is Petamaha located?
Petamaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Petamaha is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Petamaha?
The pincode of Petamaha is 762101.
What is the population of Petamaha?
Petamaha had a total population of 152, including 71 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Petamaha?
Petamaha had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petamaha was 72.73%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 57.53%.