Behran - Devipur, Deoghar
Behran is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Mahuatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behran is 354337. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
Behran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behran
According to the 2011 Census, Behran village had a total population of 1,123 people, including 599 males and 524 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.45%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 43.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 1,123 | 599 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 410 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 189 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Behran
Behran 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 Behran
Behran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Behran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Behran is about 25 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 Behran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Behran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behran 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behran
Where is Behran located?
Behran village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behran?
The Gram Panchayat of Behran is Mahuatand.
What is the pincode of Behran?
The pincode of Behran is 814120.
What is the population of Behran?
Behran had a total population of 1,123, including 599 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Behran?
Behran had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behran was 64.45%. Male literacy was 82.66% and female literacy was 43.68%.