Petapanga
Petapanga is a village located in Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Raikia (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Petapanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Petapanga unique in its vibrant Raikia-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Petapanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Petapanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petapanga is 417527. The village spans a total geographical area of 726 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762112. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Petapanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Petapanga
Population of Petapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Petapanga has a total population of about 857, with approximately 439 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 653. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.69%, with male literacy at about 68.11% and female literacy near 48.80%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petapanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 439 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 653 | 330 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 299 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 140 | 214 |
Connectivity of Petapanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petapanga. As per the 2011 stats, Petapanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petapanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Petapanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petapanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petapanga
- Where is Petapanga located?
- Petapanga village is situated in Raikia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petapanga?
- Petapanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Petapanga?
- The pincode of Petapanga is 762112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petapanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petapanga is 857, with 439 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Petapanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petapanga village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petapanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petapanga is 58.69%. The male literacy rate is 68.11%, while the female literacy rate is 48.80%.