Behnar
About Behnar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Behnar village is 450099. Behnar village is located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 36km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Behnar village. As per 2009 stats, Nerli is the gram panchayat of Behnar village.
The total geographical area of village is 640.79 hectares. Behnar has a total population of 430 peoples, out of which male population is 215 while female population is 215. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of behnar village is 8.14% out of which 13.95% males and 2.33% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in behnar village. Pincode of behnar village locality is 494553.
When it comes to administration, Behnar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Behnar village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to behnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Behnar
The population details of Behnar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 215 | 215 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 426 | 211 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 30 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 185 | 210 |
Connectivity of Behnar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Behnar
Where is Behnar located?
Behnar village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Behnar is Nerli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behnar?
The pincode of Behnar is 494553, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behnar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behnar is 430, with 215 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Behnar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behnar village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behnar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behnar is 8.14%. The male literacy rate is 13.95%, while the female literacy rate is 2.33%.