Beharda - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Beharda is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotkhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beharda is 019519. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.65 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Beharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beharda
According to the 2011 Census, Beharda village had a total population of 499 people, including 265 males and 234 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.74%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 59.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 499 | 265 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 157 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 174 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 91 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Beharda
Beharda 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 Beharda
Public transport in the Beharda 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 Nangal to Beharda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Beharda is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beharda
Where is Beharda located?
Beharda village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Beharda is Kotkhas.
What is the pincode of Beharda?
The pincode of Beharda is 174002.
What is the population of Beharda?
Beharda had a total population of 499, including 265 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Beharda?
Beharda had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beharda was 68.74%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 59.81%.