Behda - Bhimpur, Betul
Behda is a village situated in the Bhimpur tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Bhainsdehi and around 110 km from Betul. Damjipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behda is 485144. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.453 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Behda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behda
According to the 2011 Census, Behda village had a total population of 775 people, including 416 males and 359 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 76.72% and female literacy at 52.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 703.
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 | 775 | 416 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 68 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 703 | 372 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 267 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 149 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Behda
Behda 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 Behda
Behda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhainsdehi to Behda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Behda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behda
Where is Behda located?
Behda village is located in Bhimpur Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behda?
The Gram Panchayat of Behda is Damjipura.
What is the pincode of Behda?
The pincode of Behda is 460220.
What is the population of Behda?
Behda had a total population of 775, including 416 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Behda?
Behda had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behda was 65.12%. Male literacy was 76.72% and female literacy was 52.50%.