Behar
Behar is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Behar village. As per 2009 stats, Chanour is the gram panchayat of Behar village.
Here you can discover what makes Behar unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Behar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Behar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behar is 010224. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177113. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Behar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Behar
Population of Behar
According to the 2011 Census, Behar has a total population of about 546, with approximately 262 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.25%, with male literacy at about 87.79% and female literacy near 80.99%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 546 | 262 | 284 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 460 | 230 | 230 |
Illiterate Population | 86 | 32 | 54 |
Connectivity of Behar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behar. As per the 2011 stats, Behar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Behar
Knowing the nearby villages of Behar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behar
- Where is Behar located?
- Behar village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Behar is Chanour (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Behar?
- The pincode of Behar is 177113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behar is 546, with 262 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Behar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behar village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behar is 84.25%. The male literacy rate is 87.79%, while the female literacy rate is 80.99%.