Behot

Behot is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Behot village. As per 2009 stats, Chobin is the gram panchayat of Behot village.

Behot has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Behot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behot is 012002. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176128. Palampur is nearest town to Behot village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Behot

Below is a concise population overview of Behot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 253 111 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 18 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 17 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 185 91 94
Illiterate Population 68 20 48

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behot village:

  • The total population of Behot village is around 253, including approximately 111 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 1279 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Behot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behot village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behot village is about 73.12%, with male literacy at 81.98% and female literacy at 66.20%.
  • There are around 60 households in Behot village.

Connectivity of Behot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behot. As per the 2011 stats, Behot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Behot

Knowing the nearby villages of Behot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Behot

Where is Behot located?
Behot village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behot?
The Gram Panchayat of Behot is Chobin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behot?
The pincode of Behot is 176128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behot is 253, with 111 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Behot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behot village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behot is 73.12%. The male literacy rate is 81.98%, while the female literacy rate is 66.20%.