Petchhela
Petchhela is a village located in Jamboo Marine tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jamboo Marine (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Barakandha is the gram panchayat of Petchhela village.
Here you can discover what makes Petchhela unique in its vibrant Jamboo Marine-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Petchhela’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 Petchhela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petchhela is 396058. The village spans a total geographical area of 1375 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Kendrapara is nearest town to Petchhela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Petchhela
Population of Petchhela
According to the 2011 Census, Petchhela has a total population of about 4,773, with approximately 2,486 males and 2,287 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 639 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,039. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.01%, with male literacy at about 60.46% and female literacy near 44.91%. There are around 986 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Petchhela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,773 | 2,486 | 2,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 333 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,039 | 550 | 489 |
| Literate Population | 2,530 | 1,503 | 1,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,243 | 983 | 1,260 |
Connectivity of Petchhela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petchhela. As per the 2011 stats, Petchhela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Petchhela
Knowing the nearby villages of Petchhela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petchhela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Petchhela
- Where is Petchhela located?
- Petchhela village is situated in Jamboo Marine Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Petchhela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Petchhela is Barakandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Petchhela?
- The pincode of Petchhela is 754224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Petchhela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petchhela is 4,773, with 2,486 males and 2,287 females.
- How many households are there in Petchhela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Petchhela village has a total of 986 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Petchhela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petchhela is 53.01%. The male literacy rate is 60.46%, while the female literacy rate is 44.91%.