Pethia - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Pethia is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Saddarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pethia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pethia is 167162. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.8 hectares and falls under the 224227 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pethia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pethia
According to the 2011 Census, Pethia village had a total population of 304 people, including 155 males and 149 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 78.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 124 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Pethia
Pethia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadar Pur | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Ismail Pur | West | 0.76 km |
| Deeha Sultan | West | 0.79 km |
| Pipari Mohammadi | South | 1.15 km |
| Mamrejpur | North | 1.28 km |
| Dullahpur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Brahimpur Kusma | East | 1.60 km |
| Odra | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Bishunpur | North | 1.75 km |
| Chandan Bandhan Pur | West | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pethia
Pethia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akbarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Pethia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Pethia is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pethia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pethia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pethia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pethia 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 Pethia
Where is Pethia located?
Pethia village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pethia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pethia is Saddarpur.
What is the pincode of Pethia?
The pincode of Pethia is 224227.
What is the population of Pethia?
Pethia had a total population of 304, including 155 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Pethia?
Pethia had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pethia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pethia was 87.50%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 78.81%.