Penda
Penda is a village located in Harraiya tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Harraiya (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Penda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Penda unique in its vibrant Harraiya-Basti region. You’ll see Penda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Penda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penda is 180147. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.98 hectares. Basti is nearest town to Penda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Penda
Population of Penda
According to the 2011 Census, Penda has a total population of about 1,646, with approximately 840 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 569 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.60%, with male literacy at about 69.29% and female literacy near 53.60%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Penda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,646 | 840 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 300 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 582 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 258 | 374 |
Connectivity of Penda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penda. As per the 2011 stats, Penda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Penda
Knowing the nearby villages of Penda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Penda
- Where is Penda located?
- Penda village is situated in Harraiya Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Penda?
- Penda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Penda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penda is 1,646, with 840 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Penda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Penda village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Penda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penda is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 69.29%, while the female literacy rate is 53.60%.