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 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 Behal
According to the 2011 Census, Behal village had a total population of 106 people, including 56 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 72.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 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 had a total population of 106, including 56 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Behal?
Behal had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behal was 77.42%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 72.09%.