Behinga Village - Sarath, Deoghar
Behinga is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarth and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Simla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behinga is 355235. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Behinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Behinga
As per Census 2011, Behinga village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 142 males and 135 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behinga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 142 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 80 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Behinga
Behinga 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 Behinga
Behinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Devghar to Behinga is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behinga 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Behinga
Where is Behinga located?
Behinga village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Behinga is Simla.
What is the pincode of Behinga?
The pincode of Behinga is 814149.
What is the population of Behinga?
Behinga has a total population of 277, including 142 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Behinga?
There are 49 households in Behinga.
What is the literacy rate in Behinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behinga is 37.91%. Male literacy is 43.66% and female literacy is 31.85%.