Behndu - Panjehra, Solan
Behndu is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 120 km from Solan. Joghon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behndu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behndu is 020771. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.56 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Behndu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behndu
According to the 2011 Census, Behndu village had a total population of 68 people, including 35 males and 33 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.69%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Behndu
Behndu 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 Behndu
Behndu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Behndu is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behndu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behndu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behndu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behndu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Behndu
Where is Behndu located?
Behndu village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behndu?
The Gram Panchayat of Behndu is Joghon.
What is the pincode of Behndu?
The pincode of Behndu is 174101.
What is the population of Behndu?
Behndu had a total population of 68, including 35 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Behndu?
Behndu had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behndu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behndu was 78.69%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 62.07%.