Pęczniew

Pęczniew is a village in Poddębice County, Łódź Voivodeship, in central Poland. It is the seat of the gmina (administrative district) called Gmina Pęczniew. The village is situated approximately 20 kilometres (12 mi) south-west of Poddębice and 54 kilometres (34 mi) west of the regional capital Łódź.

Pęczniew has a population of approximately 780. The area is primarily agricultural, with some small businesses operating within the village. The history of Pęczniew dates back several centuries, though detailed historical records are somewhat limited. The village features a church and a primary school, serving the local community. The surrounding Gmina Pęczniew is known for its rural character and includes several smaller villages and hamlets.

The administrative structure includes a Wójt (mayor) who leads the Gmina. Local elections determine the leadership and council members responsible for governing the area.