Behman Dewana - Bathinda
Behman Dewana is a village situated in the Bathinda tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Bathinda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Basti Bajigar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behman Dewana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behman Dewana is 035772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1749 hectares and falls under the 151005 pincode. Bathinda is the nearest town.
Behman Dewana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behman Dewana
As per Census 2011, Behman Dewana village has a total population of 5,841 people, consisting of 3,034 males and 2,807 females. The village has 1,076 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,312 literate and 2,529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behman Dewana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,841 | 3,034 | 2,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 370 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,886 | 1,490 | 1,396 |
| Literate Population | 3,312 | 1,904 | 1,408 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,529 | 1,130 | 1,399 |
Nearby Villages of Behman Dewana
Behman Dewana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Behman | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Chugha Khurd | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Multania | South | 4.78 km |
| Birtalab Urf Talab Neehar | South-East | 5.69 km |
| Baluana | West | 5.70 km |
| Burj Mehma | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Sibian | North-East | 5.91 km |
| Mian | South | 6.65 km |
| Teona | South-West | 6.72 km |
| Mehma Bhagwana | North-West | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behman Dewana
Behman Dewana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahman Diwana, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Behman Dewana is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behman Dewana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behman Dewana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behman Dewana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behman Dewana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behman Dewana
Where is Behman Dewana located?
Behman Dewana village is located in Bathinda Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behman Dewana?
The Gram Panchayat of Behman Dewana is Basti Bajigar.
What is the pincode of Behman Dewana?
The pincode of Behman Dewana is 151005.
What is the population of Behman Dewana?
Behman Dewana has a total population of 5,841, including 3,034 males and 2,807 females.
How many households are there in Behman Dewana?
There are 1,076 households in Behman Dewana.
What is the literacy rate in Behman Dewana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behman Dewana is 56.70%. Male literacy is 62.76% and female literacy is 50.16%.