Pehna - Nawabganj, Bareilly
Pehna is a village situated in the Nawabganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawabganj and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Pehna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pehna is 130702. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.7 hectares and falls under the 262406 pincode. Barkhera is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pehna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pehna
According to the 2011 Census, Pehna village had a total population of 932 people, including 491 males and 441 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.71%, with male literacy at 64.90% and female literacy at 34.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382.
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 | 932 | 491 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 75 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 208 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 270 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 221 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Pehna
Pehna 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 Pehna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pehna. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pehna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkhera to Pehna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Pehna is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pehna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pehna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pehna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pehna 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 Pehna
Where is Pehna located?
Pehna village is located in Nawabganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pehna?
Pehna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pehna?
The pincode of Pehna is 262406.
What is the population of Pehna?
Pehna had a total population of 932, including 491 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Pehna?
Pehna had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pehna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pehna was 50.71%. Male literacy was 64.90% and female literacy was 34.26%.