Petapalli - Nuagaon, Nayagarh
Petapalli is a village situated in the Nuagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Nayagarh Sadar and around 10 km from Nayagarh . Dhenkena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petapalli is 406370. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 752070 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Petapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Petapalli village had a total population of 196 people, including 104 males and 92 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.52%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 54.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 34 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Petapalli
Petapalli 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 Petapalli
Public transport in the Petapalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Petapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nayagarh to Petapalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Petapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petapalli
Where is Petapalli located?
Petapalli village is located in Nuagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Petapalli is Dhenkena.
What is the pincode of Petapalli?
The pincode of Petapalli is 752070.
What is the population of Petapalli?
Petapalli had a total population of 196, including 104 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Petapalli?
Petapalli had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petapalli was 65.52%. Male literacy was 75.27% and female literacy was 54.32%.