Behera - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Behera is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Banjipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behera is 380755. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Behera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behera
According to the 2011 Census, Behera village had a total population of 546 people, including 269 males and 277 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 94.63% and female literacy at 79.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 546 | 269 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 86 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 229 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 40 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Behera
Behera 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 Behera
Behera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Behera is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Behera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behera
Where is Behera located?
Behera village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behera?
The Gram Panchayat of Behera is Banjipali.
What is the pincode of Behera?
The pincode of Behera is 768052.
What is the population of Behera?
Behera had a total population of 546, including 269 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Behera?
Behera had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behera was 86.84%. Male literacy was 94.63% and female literacy was 79.37%.