Behkari

Behkari is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Behkari village. As per 2009 stats, Manj Gran is the gram panchayat of Behkari village.

Behkari 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 Behkari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behkari is 009459. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Kangra is nearest town to Behkari village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Behkari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Behkari

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 119 54 65
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 3 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 5 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 101 49 52
Illiterate Population 18 5 13

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

  • The total population of Behkari village is around 119, including approximately 54 males and 65 females, with a sex ratio of 1203 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Behkari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behkari village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Behkari village is about 84.87%, with male literacy at 90.74% and female literacy at 80.00%.
  • There are around 29 households in Behkari village.

Connectivity of Behkari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behkari. As per the 2011 stats, Behkari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Behkari

Knowing the nearby villages of Behkari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behkari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Behkari

Where is Behkari located?
Behkari village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Behkari is Manj Gran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behkari?
The pincode of Behkari is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behkari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behkari is 119, with 54 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Behkari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behkari village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behkari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behkari is 84.87%. The male literacy rate is 90.74%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.