Behru - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Behru is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Suan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behru is 011272. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.27 hectares and falls under the 176076 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Behru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behru
According to the 2011 Census, Behru village had a total population of 66 people, including 33 males and 33 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.10%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 92.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Behru
Behru 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 Behru
Behru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Behru is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behru 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 Behru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behru
Where is Behru located?
Behru village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behru?
The Gram Panchayat of Behru is Suan.
What is the pincode of Behru?
The pincode of Behru is 176076.
What is the population of Behru?
Behru had a total population of 66, including 33 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Behru?
Behru had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behru was 93.10%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 92.86%.