Petari - Burwan, Murshidabad
Petari is a village situated in the Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Sahora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petari is 315944. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.32 hectares and falls under the 742132 pincode.
Petari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petari
According to the 2011 Census, Petari village had a total population of 1,111 people, including 583 males and 528 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 83.69% and female literacy at 70.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 1,111 | 583 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 206 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 436 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 147 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Petari
Petari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakra | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Senai | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Saheb Nagar | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Rajhat Siuli | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Jhilera | West | 1.65 km |
| Kogram | South | 1.66 km |
| Kurcha | North | 1.68 km |
| Rajyadharpur | East | 1.76 km |
| Mansara | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Modda | North-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petari
Petari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Petari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Petari
Where is Petari located?
Petari village is located in Burwan Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petari?
The Gram Panchayat of Petari is Sahora.
What is the pincode of Petari?
The pincode of Petari is 742132.
What is the population of Petari?
Petari had a total population of 1,111, including 583 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Petari?
Petari had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petari was 77.31%. Male literacy was 83.69% and female literacy was 70.32%.