Behar - Dadasiba, Kangra
Behar is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Dharmsala. Chanour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behar is 010224. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.17 hectares and falls under the 177113 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Behar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behar
According to the 2011 Census, Behar village had a total population of 546 people, including 262 males and 284 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.20%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 84.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 546 | 262 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 230 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 32 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Behar
Behar 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 Behar
Behar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Behar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behar
Where is Behar located?
Behar village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behar?
The Gram Panchayat of Behar is Chanour.
What is the pincode of Behar?
The pincode of Behar is 177113.
What is the population of Behar?
Behar had a total population of 546, including 262 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Behar?
Behar had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behar was 90.20%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 84.87%.