Behanpur - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Behanpur is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Nibikhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behanpur is 457496. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.75 hectares and falls under the 471516 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Behanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Behanpur village had a total population of 163 people, including 87 males and 76 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.90%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 49.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 62 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 25 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Behanpur
Behanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranikheda | North | 1.27 km |
| Nibikhera | East | 1.77 km |
| Bhanpur | South | 2.12 km |
| Sarwai | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Khadehi | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Partappur | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Chak Shivrajpur | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Sadwakol | North | 3.07 km |
| Nand | North | 3.36 km |
| Chak Ramjhala | South | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behanpur
Behanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khurhand, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Behanpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Behanpur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behanpur 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 Behanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behanpur 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 Behanpur
Where is Behanpur located?
Behanpur village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Behanpur is Nibikhera.
What is the pincode of Behanpur?
The pincode of Behanpur is 471516.
What is the population of Behanpur?
Behanpur had a total population of 163, including 87 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Behanpur?
Behanpur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behanpur was 66.90%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 49.25%.