Petliguda Village - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Petliguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Korapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petliguda is 425630. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Petliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petliguda
As per Census 2011, Petliguda village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 172 males and 168 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petliguda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 172 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 131 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 94 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 78 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Petliguda
Petliguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishnapatraguda | North | 0.88 km |
| Duluniguda | East | 1.28 km |
| Kumbharaguda | South | 1.32 km |
| Alanda | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Khatipada | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Pujariguda | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Kusumasila | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Batabirisi | North | 2.00 km |
| Badanaikguda | East | 2.08 km |
| Narayanapur | North | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petliguda
Petliguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Petliguda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Petliguda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Petliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petliguda 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 Petliguda
Where is Petliguda located?
Petliguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Petliguda is Korapa.
What is the pincode of Petliguda?
The pincode of Petliguda is 765016.
What is the population of Petliguda?
Petliguda has a total population of 340, including 172 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Petliguda?
There are 80 households in Petliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Petliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petliguda is 37.06%. Male literacy is 54.65% and female literacy is 19.05%.