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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Behlag village had a total population of 131 people, including 68 males and 63 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.60%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 90.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 131, including 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Behlag?
Behlag had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behlag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behlag was 93.60%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 90.16%.