Behora - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Behora is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Behora village is a designated Gaon Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behora is 294245. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.64 hectares and falls under the 785615 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Behora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Behora
According to the 2011 Census, Behora village had a total population of 4,054 people, including 1,990 males and 2,064 females, living in 852 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.86%, with male literacy at 66.69% and female literacy at 45.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 4,054 | 1,990 | 2,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 261 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,153 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,101 | 837 | 1,264 |
Nearby Villages of Behora
Behora 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 Behora
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Behora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bokakhat to Behora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Behora is about 37 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 Behora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behora 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 Behora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behora
Where is Behora located?
Behora village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Behora?
Behora is its own Gaon Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behora?
The pincode of Behora is 785615.
What is the population of Behora?
Behora had a total population of 4,054, including 1,990 males and 2,064 females.
How many households are there in Behora?
Behora had 852 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behora was 55.86%. Male literacy was 66.69% and female literacy was 45.27%.