Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) - Katigora, Cachar
Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 330 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bikrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is 299110. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.01 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
As per Census 2011, Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 632 males and 600 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,080 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 632 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 562 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 70 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) 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 Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
Public transport in the Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)
Where is Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) located?
Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)?
The Gram Panchayat of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is Bikrampur.
What is the pincode of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)?
The pincode of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is 788115.
What is the population of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)?
Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) has a total population of 1,232, including 632 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)?
There are 271 households in Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I).
What is the literacy rate in Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behara Pt I (Bihara Pt I) is 87.66%. Male literacy is 88.92% and female literacy is 86.33%.