Jal Behra
Jal Behra is a village located in Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pehowa (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Jalbhera is the gram panchayat of Jal Behra village.
Here you can discover what makes Jal Behra unique in its vibrant Pehowa-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Jal Behra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jal Behra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jal Behra is 058383. The village spans a total geographical area of 641 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136129. Pehowa is nearest town to Jal Behra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jal Behra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jal Behra
Population of Jal Behra
According to the 2011 Census, Jal Behra has a total population of about 2,659, with approximately 1,392 males and 1,267 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 544 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.02%, with male literacy at about 68.03% and female literacy near 55.41%. There are around 461 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jal Behra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,659 | 1,392 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 162 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 286 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,649 | 947 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 445 | 565 |
Connectivity of Jal Behra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jal Behra. As per the 2011 stats, Jal Behra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jal Behra
Knowing the nearby villages of Jal Behra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jal Behra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jal Behra
- Where is Jal Behra located?
- Jal Behra village is situated in Pehowa Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jal Behra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jal Behra is Jalbhera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jal Behra?
- The pincode of Jal Behra is 136129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jal Behra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jal Behra is 2,659, with 1,392 males and 1,267 females.
- How many households are there in Jal Behra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jal Behra village has a total of 461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jal Behra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jal Behra is 62.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.03%, while the female literacy rate is 55.41%.