Behedpada - Jawhar, Palghar
Behedpada is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Jawhar and around 136 km from Thane. Vavar serves as the Village Panchayat for Behedpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behedpada is 551848. The village covers a total geographical area of 740 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Behedpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behedpada
According to the 2011 Census, Behedpada village had a total population of 1,608 people, including 762 males and 846 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.34%, with male literacy at 45.92% and female literacy at 39.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,598.
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 | 1,608 | 762 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 161 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,598 | 758 | 840 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 276 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 486 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Behedpada
Behedpada 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 Behedpada
Behedpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Behedpada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Behedpada is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behedpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behedpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Behedpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behedpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behedpada
Where is Behedpada located?
Behedpada village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Behedpada?
The Village Panchayat of Behedpada is Vavar.
What is the pincode of Behedpada?
The pincode of Behedpada is 401603.
What is the population of Behedpada?
Behedpada had a total population of 1,608, including 762 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Behedpada?
Behedpada had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behedpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behedpada was 42.34%. Male literacy was 45.92% and female literacy was 39.18%.