Petapada - Aali, Kendrapara
Petapada is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Petapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petapada is 396098. The village covers a total geographical area of 609 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Petapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petapada
As per Census 2011, Petapada village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 951 males and 1,259 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 1,323 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 951 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 91 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 195 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 809 | 928 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 142 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Petapada
Petapada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madangiri | West | 2.09 km |
| Juania | North | 2.15 km |
| Sansidha | East | 2.34 km |
| Singhagan | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Panchanpada | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Madhuban | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Kusumi | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Gunudia | West | 3.17 km |
| Hinjala | West | 3.24 km |
| Baluria | South | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petapada
Petapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Petapada is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Petapada is about 60 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 Petapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Petapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petapada 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 Petapada
Where is Petapada located?
Petapada village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petapada?
Petapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Petapada?
The pincode of Petapada is 755061.
What is the population of Petapada?
Petapada has a total population of 2,210, including 951 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Petapada?
There are 541 households in Petapada.
What is the literacy rate in Petapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petapada is 78.60%. Male literacy is 85.07% and female literacy is 73.71%.