Pehe - Pandharpur, Solapur
Pehe is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pehe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pehe is 562302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276 hectares and falls under the 413315 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pehe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pehe
As per Census 2011, Pehe village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 924 males and 846 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,089 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pehe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 924 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 612 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 312 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Pehe
Pehe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandore | West | 2.76 km |
| Nematwadi | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Kondharpatta | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Badalkot | North | 3.47 km |
| Shevate | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Avhe | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Sangavi | North | 4.96 km |
| Neware | West | 5.64 km |
| Umbare (velapur) | North-West | 5.75 km |
| Patvardhan Kuroli | South-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pehe
Pehe is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandharpur to Pehe is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pehe is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pehe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pehe 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 Pehe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pehe 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 Pehe
Where is Pehe located?
Pehe village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pehe?
Pehe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pehe?
The pincode of Pehe is 413315.
What is the population of Pehe?
Pehe has a total population of 1,770, including 924 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Pehe?
There are 327 households in Pehe.
What is the literacy rate in Pehe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pehe is 61.53%. Male literacy is 66.23% and female literacy is 56.38%.