Peturu - Pottangi, Koraput
Peturu is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Petteru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peturu is 430094. The village covers a total geographical area of 650 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Peturu 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 Peturu
As per Census 2011, Peturu village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 290 males and 321 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peturu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Peturu
Peturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Markar | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Kurli | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Mariguda | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Tedda | East | 2.39 km |
| Pangiguda | North | 3.85 km |
| Gurujiguda | North | 4.20 km |
| Ampaballi | South | 4.33 km |
| Laudi | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Alasi | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Patalaudi | North-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peturu
Public transport in the Peturu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 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 Jeypur to Peturu is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Peturu 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 Peturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peturu 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 Peturu
Where is Peturu located?
Peturu village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peturu is Petteru.
What is the pincode of Peturu?
The pincode of Peturu is 764039.
What is the population of Peturu?
Peturu has a total population of 611, including 290 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Peturu?
There are 160 households in Peturu.
What is the literacy rate in Peturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peturu is 18.33%. Male literacy is 27.93% and female literacy is 9.66%.