Paheniya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Paheniya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Paheniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paheniya is 056254. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.53 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Paheniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paheniya
As per Census 2011, Paheniya village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 919 males and 922 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,410 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,033 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paheniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 919 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,033 | 504 | 529 |
| Literate Population | 1,410 | 759 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 160 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Paheniya
Paheniya 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 Paheniya
Paheniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paheniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khatima to Paheniya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Paheniya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paheniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paheniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paheniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paheniya 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 Paheniya
Where is Paheniya located?
Paheniya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paheniya?
Paheniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paheniya?
The pincode of Paheniya is 262308.
What is the population of Paheniya?
Paheniya has a total population of 1,841, including 919 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Paheniya?
There are 350 households in Paheniya.
What is the literacy rate in Paheniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paheniya is 76.59%. Male literacy is 82.59% and female literacy is 70.61%.