Behera
Behera is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Behera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Behera unique in its vibrant Kokasara-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Behera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Behera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behera is 424003. The village spans a total geographical area of 1540 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766103. Junagarh is nearest town to Behera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Behera
Population of Behera
According to the 2011 Census, Behera has a total population of about 5,416, with approximately 2,747 males and 2,669 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 722 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 866 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.47%, with male literacy at about 64.94% and female literacy near 41.66%. There are around 1,351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,416 | 2,747 | 2,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 392 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 435 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,109 | 557 | 552 |
| Literate Population | 2,896 | 1,784 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,520 | 963 | 1,557 |
Connectivity of Behera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behera. As per the 2011 stats, Behera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Behera
Knowing the nearby villages of Behera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behera
- Where is Behera located?
- Behera village is situated in Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behera?
- Behera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Behera?
- The pincode of Behera is 766103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behera is 5,416, with 2,747 males and 2,669 females.
- How many households are there in Behera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behera village has a total of 1,351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behera is 53.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.94%, while the female literacy rate is 41.66%.