Behna - Dehar, Mandi
Behna is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Mandi. Nalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behna is 014268. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Behna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behna
According to the 2011 Census, Behna village had a total population of 659 people, including 325 males and 334 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 85.86% and female literacy at 71.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 659 | 325 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 249 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 76 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Behna
Behna 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 Behna
Behna 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 Mandi to Behna is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behna
Where is Behna located?
Behna village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behna?
The Gram Panchayat of Behna is Nalag.
What is the pincode of Behna?
The pincode of Behna is 175030.
What is the population of Behna?
Behna had a total population of 659, including 325 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Behna?
Behna had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behna was 78.50%. Male literacy was 85.86% and female literacy was 71.61%.