Behota - Marmat, Doda
Behota is a village situated in the Marmat tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 60 km from Doda and around 60 km from Doda. Behota Lota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behota is 004215. The village covers a total geographical area of 5352.4 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Behota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behota
According to the 2011 Census, Behota village had a total population of 3,556 people, including 1,859 males and 1,697 females, living in 839 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.99%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 40.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
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 | 3,556 | 1,859 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 332 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 1,128 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,865 | 731 | 1,134 |
Nearby Villages of Behota
Behota 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 Behota
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Behota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Behota is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Behota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behota
Where is Behota located?
Behota village is located in Marmat Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behota?
The Gram Panchayat of Behota is Behota Lota.
What is the pincode of Behota?
The pincode of Behota is 182201.
What is the population of Behota?
Behota had a total population of 3,556, including 1,859 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Behota?
Behota had 839 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behota was 57.99%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 40.53%.