Nehiya - Pindra, Varanasi
Nehiya is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Nehiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehiya is 208693. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.65 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Nehiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nehiya
As per Census 2011, Nehiya village has a total population of 7,856 people, consisting of 4,089 males and 3,767 females. The village has 952 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,038 literate and 2,818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nehiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,856 | 4,089 | 3,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,177 | 628 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,387 | 748 | 639 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 5,038 | 2,995 | 2,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,818 | 1,094 | 1,724 |
Nearby Villages of Nehiya
Nehiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghoghali | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Burwan | South | 1.23 km |
| Newada | West | 1.52 km |
| Gajendra | North | 1.65 km |
| Gaura | East | 1.95 km |
| Goghari | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Darunpur | South | 2.14 km |
| Gangapur | West | 2.22 km |
| Barbaspur | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Nainpur | South | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nehiya
Nehiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.5 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 Varanasi to Nehiya is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehiya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nehiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nehiya
Where is Nehiya located?
Nehiya village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehiya?
Nehiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nehiya?
The pincode of Nehiya is 221202.
What is the population of Nehiya?
Nehiya has a total population of 7,856, including 4,089 males and 3,767 females.
How many households are there in Nehiya?
There are 952 households in Nehiya.
What is the literacy rate in Nehiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehiya is 64.13%. Male literacy is 73.25% and female literacy is 54.23%.