Misri Behak - Machil, Kupwara
Misri Behak is a village situated in the Machil tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 68 km from Kupwara and around 68 km from Kupwara. Dapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Misri Behak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Misri Behak is 000013. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.3 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Misri Behak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lolab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Misri Behak
As per Census 2011, Misri Behak village has a total population of 1,996 people, consisting of 1,713 males and 283 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 165 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,618 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Misri Behak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,996 | 1,713 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 24 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 27 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 1,523 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 190 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Misri Behak
Misri Behak 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 Misri Behak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Misri Behak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kupwara to Misri Behak is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Misri Behak is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Misri Behak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Misri Behak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Misri Behak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Misri Behak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Misri Behak
Where is Misri Behak located?
Misri Behak village is located in Machil Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Misri Behak?
The Gram Panchayat of Misri Behak is Dapal.
What is the pincode of Misri Behak?
The pincode of Misri Behak is 193222.
What is the population of Misri Behak?
Misri Behak has a total population of 1,996, including 1,713 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Misri Behak?
There are 173 households in Misri Behak.
What is the literacy rate in Misri Behak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Misri Behak is 81.06%. Male literacy is 88.91% and female literacy is 33.57%.