Behal - Kalol, Bilaspur
Behal is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 64 km from Bilaspur. Paploa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behal is 019435. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.16 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Behal 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 Behal
As per Census 2011, Behal village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 56 males and 50 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Behal
Behal 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 Behal
Behal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Behal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Behal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behal
Where is Behal located?
Behal village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behal?
The Gram Panchayat of Behal is Paploa.
What is the pincode of Behal?
The pincode of Behal is 174017.
What is the population of Behal?
Behal has a total population of 106, including 56 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Behal?
There are 19 households in Behal.
What is the literacy rate in Behal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behal is 67.92%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 62.00%.