Behrai - Barghat, Seoni
Behrai is a village situated in the Barghat tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barghat and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Behrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behrai is 496971. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.5 hectares and falls under the 480667 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Behrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Behrai
As per Census 2011, Behrai village has a total population of 1,254 people, consisting of 632 males and 622 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 808 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 632 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 96 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 396 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 416 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 216 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Behrai
Behrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarwada | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Ghurwada | West | 3.81 km |
| Kaudiya | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Mau | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Chamarwahi | South | 4.27 km |
| Ulat | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Gangpur | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Bijajhola | South | 5.81 km |
| Dorli | South-West | 5.98 km |
| Saila | West | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behrai
Behrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhoma, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barghat to Behrai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Behrai is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behrai
Where is Behrai located?
Behrai village is located in Barghat Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behrai?
Behrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behrai?
The pincode of Behrai is 480667.
What is the population of Behrai?
Behrai has a total population of 1,254, including 632 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Behrai?
There are 318 households in Behrai.
What is the literacy rate in Behrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behrai is 59.41%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 52.89%.