Petpada - Machh Kund, Koraput
Petpada is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petpada is 429525. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Petpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Petpada
According to the 2011 Census, Petpada village had a total population of 89 people, including 44 males and 45 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.43%, with male literacy at 54.05% and female literacy at 6.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 20 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 24 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Petpada
Petpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalaput | North | 1.26 km |
| Tukum | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Komarguda | South | 1.40 km |
| Majhaput | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Kangarapada | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Mukhiput | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Kana | East | 2.01 km |
| Parting | North | 2.07 km |
| Alangapada | South | 2.32 km |
| Kakalpada | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petpada
Public transport in the Petpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Petpada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Petpada is about 61 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 Petpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petpada 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 Petpada
Where is Petpada located?
Petpada village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Petpada is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Petpada?
The pincode of Petpada is 764040.
What is the population of Petpada?
Petpada had a total population of 89, including 44 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Petpada?
Petpada had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petpada was 31.43%. Male literacy was 54.05% and female literacy was 6.06%.