Behli - Kunihar, Solan
Behli is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behli is 020274. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Behli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behli
According to the 2011 Census, Behli village had a total population of 289 people, including 152 males and 137 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.85%, with male literacy at 98.52% and female literacy at 88.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 133 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Behli
Behli 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 Behli
Behli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Behli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behli
Where is Behli located?
Behli village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behli?
The Gram Panchayat of Behli is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Behli?
The pincode of Behli is 173207.
What is the population of Behli?
Behli had a total population of 289, including 152 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Behli?
Behli had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behli was 93.85%. Male literacy was 98.52% and female literacy was 88.80%.