Beh - Rey, Kangra
Beh is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 139 km from Dharmsala. Kodal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beh is 008884. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.08 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Beh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beh
According to the 2011 Census, Beh village had a total population of 125 people, including 68 males and 57 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.05%, with male literacy at 93.22% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Beh
Beh 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 Beh
Public transport in the Beh is mainly available through shared van 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 Beh is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Beh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beh
Where is Beh located?
Beh village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beh?
The Gram Panchayat of Beh is Kodal.
What is the pincode of Beh?
The pincode of Beh is 176058.
What is the population of Beh?
Beh had a total population of 125, including 68 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Beh?
Beh had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beh was 85.05%. Male literacy was 93.22% and female literacy was 75.00%.