Behot - Baijnath, Kangra
Behot is a village situated in the Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chobin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behot is 012002. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 176128 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Behot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behot
According to the 2011 Census, Behot village had a total population of 253 people, including 111 males and 142 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,279 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.47%, with male literacy at 97.85% and female literacy at 74.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 253 | 111 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 20 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Behot
Behot 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 Behot
Behot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Dharmsala to Behot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Behot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Behot
Where is Behot located?
Behot village is located in Baijnath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behot?
The Gram Panchayat of Behot is Chobin.
What is the pincode of Behot?
The pincode of Behot is 176128.
What is the population of Behot?
Behot had a total population of 253, including 111 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Behot?
Behot had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behot was 84.47%. Male literacy was 97.85% and female literacy was 74.60%.