Behera

Behera is a village located in Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tundi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Lachuraydih is the gram panchayat of Behera village.

Behera has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Behera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behera is 361175. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.26 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Behera village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Behera

Below is a concise population overview of Behera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,294 688 606
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 99 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) 49 24 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 8 5
Literate Population 791 515 276
Illiterate Population 503 173 330

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behera village:

  • The total population of Behera village is around 1,294, including approximately 688 males and 606 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Behera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behera village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Behera village is about 61.13%, with male literacy at 74.85% and female literacy at 45.54%.
  • There are around 280 households in Behera village.

Connectivity of Behera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behera. As per the 2011 stats, Behera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Behera

Knowing the nearby villages of Behera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behera.

Ramnagar Pipratanr Kotaldi Kanaidi Maharajganj Badalpur Hirapur Harilatanr Hetbhajudi Kamardi Khakudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Behera

Where is Behera located?
Behera village is situated in Tundi Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behera?
The Gram Panchayat of Behera is Lachuraydih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Behera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behera is 1,294, with 688 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Behera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behera village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behera is 61.13%. The male literacy rate is 74.85%, while the female literacy rate is 45.54%.