Behnota - Churah, Chamba
Behnota is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Chamba. Leswin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behnota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behnota is 006974. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Behnota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behnota
According to the 2011 Census, Behnota village had a total population of 519 people, including 256 males and 263 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.96%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 48.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 519 | 256 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 193 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 63 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Behnota
Behnota 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 Behnota
Behnota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Behnota is about 62 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 Behnota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behnota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Behnota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behnota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behnota
Where is Behnota located?
Behnota village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behnota?
The Gram Panchayat of Behnota is Leswin.
What is the pincode of Behnota?
The pincode of Behnota is 176316.
What is the population of Behnota?
Behnota had a total population of 519, including 256 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Behnota?
Behnota had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behnota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behnota was 66.96%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 48.44%.