Behare - Kalyan, Thane
Behare is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Behere serves as the Village Panchayat for Behare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behare is 552920. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.71 hectares and falls under the 421605 pincode. Kalyan-dombivli is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Behare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behare
According to the 2011 Census, Behare village had a total population of 279 people, including 145 males and 134 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 80.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 116 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Behare
Behare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valkas | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Kandali Tarf Rahur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Kosale | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Vaveghar | South | 2.16 km |
| Sane | North | 2.24 km |
| Palsoli | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Kakadpada | East | 3.12 km |
| Ju | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Pali | North | 3.15 km |
| Gerase | North-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behare
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Behare. The nearest railway station is Khadavli, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan-dombivli to Behare is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Behare is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behare
Where is Behare located?
Behare village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Behare?
The Village Panchayat of Behare is Behere.
What is the pincode of Behare?
The pincode of Behare is 421605.
What is the population of Behare?
Behare had a total population of 279, including 145 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Behare?
Behare had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behare was 85.00%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 80.73%.