Behr - Jaswan, Kangra
Behr is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla Behar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behr is 010619. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.15 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Behr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Behr
According to the 2011 Census, Behr village had a total population of 339 people, including 156 males and 183 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.96%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 83.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 339 | 156 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 124 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Behr
Behr 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 Behr
Behr 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 Behr is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behr 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behr 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behr
Where is Behr located?
Behr village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behr?
The Gram Panchayat of Behr is Kotla Behar.
What is the pincode of Behr?
The pincode of Behr is 177111.
What is the population of Behr?
Behr had a total population of 339, including 156 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Behr?
Behr had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behr was 87.96%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 83.23%.