Petapanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Petapanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Petapanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petapanga is 417527. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Petapanga 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 Petapanga
As per Census 2011, Petapanga village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 439 males and 418 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 653 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petapanga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Petapanga
Petapanga 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 Petapanga
Petapanga 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Petapanga is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Petapanga is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Petapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petapanga
Where is Petapanga located?
Petapanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petapanga?
Petapanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Petapanga?
The pincode of Petapanga is 762112.
What is the population of Petapanga?
Petapanga has a total population of 857, including 439 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Petapanga?
There are 225 households in Petapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Petapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petapanga is 58.69%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 48.80%.