Behera Pati - Narala, Kalahandi
Behera Pati is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sargiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behera Pati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behera Pati is 422809. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 766110 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Behera Pati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behera Pati
As per Census 2011, Behera Pati village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 183 males and 178 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behera Pati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 183 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 134 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 49 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Behera Pati
Behera Pati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dora Padar | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Sargiguda | East | 1.44 km |
| Budel Padar | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Dahal | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Tulagaon | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Mandel | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Tileimal | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Indramal | South | 2.34 km |
| Pujipadar | North | 2.77 km |
| Narla | North-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behera Pati
Behera Pati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Behera Pati is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Behera Pati is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behera Pati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behera Pati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behera Pati
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 Pati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behera Pati
Where is Behera Pati located?
Behera Pati village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behera Pati?
The Gram Panchayat of Behera Pati is Sargiguda.
What is the pincode of Behera Pati?
The pincode of Behera Pati is 766110.
What is the population of Behera Pati?
Behera Pati has a total population of 361, including 183 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Behera Pati?
There are 96 households in Behera Pati.
What is the literacy rate in Behera Pati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behera Pati is 65.93%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 58.43%.