Behigran - Saho, Chamba
Behigran is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chamba. Guwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behigran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behigran is 007964. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.96 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Behigran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behigran
According to the 2011 Census, Behigran village had a total population of 186 people, including 95 males and 91 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.60%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Behigran
Behigran 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 Behigran
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Behigran. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Behigran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Behigran is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behigran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behigran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behigran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behigran 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behigran
Where is Behigran located?
Behigran village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behigran?
The Gram Panchayat of Behigran is Guwad.
What is the pincode of Behigran?
The pincode of Behigran is 176314.
What is the population of Behigran?
Behigran had a total population of 186, including 95 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Behigran?
Behigran had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behigran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behigran was 64.60%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 56.79%.