Behara Pt II - Katigora, Cachar
Behara Pt II 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 32 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bikrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behara Pt II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behara Pt II is 299109. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.65 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Behara Pt II 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 II
According to the 2011 Census, Behara Pt II village had a total population of 1,584 people, including 789 males and 795 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.54%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 95.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 414.
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 | 1,584 | 789 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 697 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 92 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Behara Pt II
Behara Pt II 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 II
Behara Pt II is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Behara Pt II.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Behara Pt II is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Behara Pt II is about 32 km, with the usual travel time 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 II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behara Pt II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behara Pt II
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 II village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behara Pt II
Where is Behara Pt II located?
Behara Pt II village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behara Pt II?
The Gram Panchayat of Behara Pt II is Bikrampur.
What is the pincode of Behara Pt II?
The pincode of Behara Pt II is 788115.
What is the population of Behara Pt II?
Behara Pt II had a total population of 1,584, including 789 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Behara Pt II?
Behara Pt II had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behara Pt II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behara Pt II was 96.54%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 95.48%.