Behal - Bagshad, Mandi
Behal is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Mandi. Kheel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behal is 016039. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.26 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Behal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Behal
According to the 2011 Census, Behal village had a total population of 174 people, including 93 males and 81 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 74 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Behal
Behal 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 Behal
Public transport in the Behal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Behal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behal 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 Behal
Where is Behal located?
Behal village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behal?
The Gram Panchayat of Behal is Kheel.
What is the pincode of Behal?
The pincode of Behal is 175009.
What is the population of Behal?
Behal had a total population of 174, including 93 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Behal?
Behal had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behal was 78.75%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 67.53%.