Behri - Singheshwar, Madhepura
Behri is a village situated in the Singheshwar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singheshwar and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Baihari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behri is 225823. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 852128 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Behri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Behri
According to the 2011 Census, Behri village had a total population of 803 people, including 404 males and 399 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.40%, with male literacy at 76.79% and female literacy at 51.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 803 | 404 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 89 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 258 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 146 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Behri
Behri 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 Behri
Behri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Madhepura to Behri is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behri
Where is Behri located?
Behri village is located in Singheshwar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behri?
The Gram Panchayat of Behri is Baihari.
What is the pincode of Behri?
The pincode of Behri is 852128.
What is the population of Behri?
Behri had a total population of 803, including 404 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Behri?
Behri had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behri was 64.40%. Male literacy was 76.79% and female literacy was 51.68%.