Petal - Nandapur, Koraput
Petal is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Padua and around 70 km from Koraput. Raising serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petal is 429656. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Petal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petal
As per Census 2011, Petal village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 186 males and 191 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 338 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 186 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 162 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 68 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 118 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Petal
Petal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinjaraba | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Baraba | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Karanjagura | North | 1.92 km |
| Mulda | South | 1.94 km |
| Raising | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Mangrel | North | 2.23 km |
| Maliput | South | 2.49 km |
| Katiaput | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Jhankarguda | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Kadaput | South-West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Petal. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Petal is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Petal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Petal
Where is Petal located?
Petal village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petal?
The Gram Panchayat of Petal is Raising.
What is the pincode of Petal?
The pincode of Petal is 764041.
What is the population of Petal?
Petal has a total population of 377, including 186 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Petal?
There are 113 households in Petal.
What is the literacy rate in Petal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petal is 22.81%. Male literacy is 36.56% and female literacy is 9.42%.