Pahia - Ballia
Pahia is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahia is 199074. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.62 hectares and falls under the 277503 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Pahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pahia
As per Census 2011, Pahia village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 42 males and 25 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 595 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Pahia
Pahia 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 Pahia
Pahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Pahia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Pahia is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Pahia is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pahia
Where is Pahia located?
Pahia village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahia is Kapuri.
What is the pincode of Pahia?
The pincode of Pahia is 277503.
What is the population of Pahia?
Pahia has a total population of 67, including 42 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Pahia?
There are 7 households in Pahia.
What is the literacy rate in Pahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahia is 73.13%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 60.00%.