Behandi - Loharghat, Solan
Behandi is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Solan. Jainagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behandi is 020576. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Behandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Behandi
According to the 2011 Census, Behandi village had a total population of 230 people, including 118 males and 112 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.26%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 64.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 25 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Behandi
Behandi 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 Behandi
Behandi 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 Solan to Behandi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behandi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Behandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behandi 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 Behandi
Where is Behandi located?
Behandi village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Behandi is Jainagar.
What is the pincode of Behandi?
The pincode of Behandi is 174102.
What is the population of Behandi?
Behandi had a total population of 230, including 118 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Behandi?
Behandi had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behandi was 75.26%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 64.36%.