Behdaj - Meghraj, Arvalli
Behdaj is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Meghraj and around 75 km from Himatnagar. Behdaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behdaj is 510393. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.31 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Behdaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behdaj
According to the 2011 Census, Behdaj village had a total population of 840 people, including 447 males and 393 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 81.15% and female literacy at 56.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 840 | 447 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 310 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 137 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Behdaj
Behdaj 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 Behdaj
Public transport in the Behdaj is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Behdaj is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Behdaj is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behdaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behdaj 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 Behdaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behdaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behdaj
Where is Behdaj located?
Behdaj village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behdaj?
Behdaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behdaj?
The pincode of Behdaj is 383350.
What is the population of Behdaj?
Behdaj had a total population of 840, including 447 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Behdaj?
Behdaj had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behdaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behdaj was 69.82%. Male literacy was 81.15% and female literacy was 56.97%.