Behra

Behra is a village located in Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sikta (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Behara is the gram panchayat of Behra village.

Behra has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Behra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behra is 217240. The village spans a total geographical area of 782.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845307. Bettiah is nearest town to Behra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Behra

Below is a concise population overview of Behra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 12,733 6,707 6,026
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,091 1,576 1,515
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,020 553 467
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,689 3,479 2,210
Illiterate Population 7,044 3,228 3,816

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behra village:

  • The total population of Behra village is around 12,733, including approximately 6,707 males and 6,026 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3,091 children aged 0–6 years in Behra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behra village has 1,020 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behra village is about 44.68%, with male literacy at 51.87% and female literacy at 36.67%.
  • There are around 2,123 households in Behra village.

Connectivity of Behra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behra. As per the 2011 stats, Behra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Behra

Knowing the nearby villages of Behra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behra.

Dhankutwa Gauripur Parsauni Murli Parsauni Ghogha Balthar Mujauna Mahmadwa Tola Gularia Ekdari Mangalpur Behri Bankatwa Sirsiya

Frequently Asked Questions about Behra

Where is Behra located?
Behra village is situated in Sikta Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behra?
The Gram Panchayat of Behra is Behara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behra?
The pincode of Behra is 845307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behra is 12,733, with 6,707 males and 6,026 females.
How many households are there in Behra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behra village has a total of 2,123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behra is 44.68%. The male literacy rate is 51.87%, while the female literacy rate is 36.67%.