Behlag - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Behlag is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Damli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behlag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behlag is 019486. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.85 hectares and falls under the 174024 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Behlag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behlag
As per Census 2011, Behlag village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 68 males and 63 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behlag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Behlag
Behlag 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 Behlag
Public transport in the Behlag is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Behlag is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behlag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behlag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behlag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behlag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behlag
Where is Behlag located?
Behlag village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behlag?
The Gram Panchayat of Behlag is Damli.
What is the pincode of Behlag?
The pincode of Behlag is 174024.
What is the population of Behlag?
Behlag has a total population of 131, including 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Behlag?
There are 35 households in Behlag.
What is the literacy rate in Behlag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behlag is 89.31%. Male literacy is 91.18% and female literacy is 87.30%.