Peturu

Peturu is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Petteru is the gram panchayat of Peturu village.

Peturu has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Peturu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peturu is 430094. The village spans a total geographical area of 650 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Peturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Peturu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 611 290 321
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 53 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 40 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 330 159 171
Literate Population 112 81 31
Illiterate Population 499 209 290

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

  • The total population of Peturu village is around 611, including approximately 290 males and 321 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Peturu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Peturu village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 330 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Peturu village is about 18.33%, with male literacy at 27.93% and female literacy at 9.66%.
  • There are around 160 households in Peturu village.

Connectivity of Peturu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peturu. As per the 2011 stats, Peturu 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Peturu

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Peturu

Where is Peturu located?
Peturu village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peturu is Petteru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Peturu?
The pincode of Peturu is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peturu is 611, with 290 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Peturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peturu village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peturu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peturu is 18.33%. The male literacy rate is 27.93%, while the female literacy rate is 9.66%.