Pharenda - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Pharenda is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Pharenda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharenda is 177884. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.16 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pharenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pharenda
According to the 2011 Census, Pharenda village had a total population of 1,059 people, including 525 males and 534 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 78.00% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 1,059 | 525 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 319 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 206 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Pharenda
Pharenda 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 Pharenda
Pharenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Pharenda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Pharenda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pharenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pharenda
Where is Pharenda located?
Pharenda village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharenda?
Pharenda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pharenda?
The pincode of Pharenda is 272192.
What is the population of Pharenda?
Pharenda had a total population of 1,059, including 525 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Pharenda?
Pharenda had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharenda was 68.40%. Male literacy was 78.00% and female literacy was 59.40%.