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 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 Behr
As per Census 2011, Behr village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 156 males and 183 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behr are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 156 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 339, including 156 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Behr?
There are 91 households in Behr.
What is the literacy rate in Behr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behr is 77.58%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 75.96%.