Petal - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Petal is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 97 km from Kalimela and around 77 km from Malkangiri . Populur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petal is 431065. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petal
According to the 2011 Census, Petal village had a total population of 432 people, including 199 males and 233 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.91%, with male literacy at 42.21% and female literacy at 11.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 432 | 199 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 45 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 189 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 65 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 134 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Petal
Petal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Petal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Petal. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Petal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Petal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Petal is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petal
Where is Petal located?
Petal village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petal?
The Gram Panchayat of Petal is Populur.
What is the pincode of Petal?
The pincode of Petal is 764086.
What is the population of Petal?
Petal had a total population of 432, including 199 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Petal?
Petal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petal was 25.91%. Male literacy was 42.21% and female literacy was 11.49%.