Behrewala

Behrewala is a village located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Behrewala village. As per 2009 stats, Amarkot is the gram panchayat of Behrewala village.

Here you can discover what makes Behrewala unique in its vibrant Paonta Sahib-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Behrewala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Behrewala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behrewala is 023334. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173025. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Behrewala village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Behrewala 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 Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Behrewala

According to the 2011 Census, Behrewala has a total population of about 1,124, with approximately 575 males and 549 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.02%, with male literacy at about 79.83% and female literacy near 67.94%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behrewala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,124 575 549
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 75 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 273 146 127
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 832 459 373
Illiterate Population 292 116 176

Connectivity of Behrewala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behrewala. As per the 2011 stats, Behrewala 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 Behrewala

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Behrewala

Where is Behrewala located?
Behrewala village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behrewala?
The Gram Panchayat of Behrewala is Amarkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behrewala?
The pincode of Behrewala is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behrewala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behrewala is 1,124, with 575 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Behrewala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behrewala village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behrewala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behrewala is 74.02%. The male literacy rate is 79.83%, while the female literacy rate is 67.94%.