Behi Ghamlehar - Dadasiba, Kangra
Behi Ghamlehar is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Dharmsala. Jambal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behi Ghamlehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behi Ghamlehar is 010215. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.85 hectares and falls under the 177113 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Behi Ghamlehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behi Ghamlehar
As per Census 2011, Behi Ghamlehar village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 261 males and 290 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behi Ghamlehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 261 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 210 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 51 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Behi Ghamlehar
Behi Ghamlehar 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 Behi Ghamlehar
Behi Ghamlehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Behi Ghamlehar 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 Behi Ghamlehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behi Ghamlehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behi Ghamlehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behi Ghamlehar 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 Behi Ghamlehar
Where is Behi Ghamlehar located?
Behi Ghamlehar village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behi Ghamlehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Behi Ghamlehar is Jambal.
What is the pincode of Behi Ghamlehar?
The pincode of Behi Ghamlehar is 177113.
What is the population of Behi Ghamlehar?
Behi Ghamlehar has a total population of 551, including 261 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Behi Ghamlehar?
There are 115 households in Behi Ghamlehar.
What is the literacy rate in Behi Ghamlehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behi Ghamlehar is 75.86%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 71.72%.