Pentha

Pentha is a village located in Patkura tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Patkura (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Bachherei is the gram panchayat of Pentha village.

Pentha has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pentha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pentha is 396716. The village spans a total geographical area of 352 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754244. Kendrapara is nearest town to Pentha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pentha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pentha

Below is a concise population overview of Pentha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,919 1,501 1,418
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 277 152 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) 429 227 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,337 1,271 1,066
Illiterate Population 582 230 352

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pentha village:

  • The total population of Pentha village is around 2,919, including approximately 1,501 males and 1,418 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Pentha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pentha village has 429 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pentha village is about 80.06%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 75.18%.
  • There are around 727 households in Pentha village.

Connectivity of Pentha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pentha. As per the 2011 stats, Pentha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pentha

Knowing the nearby villages of Pentha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pentha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pentha

Where is Pentha located?
Pentha village is situated in Patkura Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pentha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pentha is Bachherei (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pentha?
The pincode of Pentha is 754244, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pentha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pentha is 2,919, with 1,501 males and 1,418 females.
How many households are there in Pentha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pentha village has a total of 727 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pentha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pentha is 80.06%. The male literacy rate is 84.68%, while the female literacy rate is 75.18%.