Behrote - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Behrote is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Thana Mandi and around 16 km from Rajouri. Behrote Proper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behrote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behrote is 001269. The village covers a total geographical area of 641.4 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Behrote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Behrote
According to the 2011 Census, Behrote village had a total population of 3,121 people, including 1,616 males and 1,505 females, living in 605 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.50%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 53.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 687.
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 | 3,121 | 1,616 | 1,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 291 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 374 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 996 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 620 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Behrote
Behrote 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 Behrote
Behrote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Behrote has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thanamandi to Behrote is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Behrote is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behrote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behrote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behrote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behrote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Behrote
Where is Behrote located?
Behrote village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behrote?
The Gram Panchayat of Behrote is Behrote Proper.
What is the pincode of Behrote?
The pincode of Behrote is 185212.
What is the population of Behrote?
Behrote had a total population of 3,121, including 1,616 males and 1,505 females.
How many households are there in Behrote?
Behrote had 605 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behrote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behrote was 64.50%. Male literacy was 75.17% and female literacy was 53.38%.