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.

Behar 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 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.

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Population of Behar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Behar village is around 546, including approximately 262 males and 284 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Behar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behar village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behar village is about 84.25%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 80.99%.
  • There are around 131 households in Behar village.

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)
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.

R F Chaplah R F Bhalwal R F Chanaur I Chanaur R F Chanaur Ii Kanol Panyamal Bassi Badhal Uparli Badhal Nichli Ghiyori

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%.