Peta - Motu, Malkangiri
Peta is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pusuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peta is 431136. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Peta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peta
According to the 2011 Census, Peta village had a total population of 635 people, including 324 males and 311 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.09%, with male literacy at 26.07% and female literacy at 16.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
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 | 635 | 324 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 322 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 67 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 257 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Peta
Peta 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 Peta
Peta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Peta is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Peta is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peta 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 Peta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peta 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 Peta
Where is Peta located?
Peta village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peta?
The Gram Panchayat of Peta is Pusuguda.
What is the pincode of Peta?
The pincode of Peta is 764086.
What is the population of Peta?
Peta had a total population of 635, including 324 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Peta?
Peta had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peta was 21.09%. Male literacy was 26.07% and female literacy was 16.08%.