Behbal Kalan

Behbal Kalan is a village located in Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitu (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Faridkot. As per 2009 stats, Behbal Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.

Behbal Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Faridkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Behbal Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behbal Kalan is 035599. The village spans a total geographical area of 710 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151208. Jaitu is nearest town to Behbal Kalan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Behbal Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Behbal Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Behbal Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,376 1,255 1,121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 235 124 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 841 432 409
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,399 792 607
Illiterate Population 977 463 514

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behbal Kalan village:

  • The total population of Behbal Kalan village is around 2,376, including approximately 1,255 males and 1,121 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 235 children aged 0–6 years in Behbal Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behbal Kalan village has 841 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behbal Kalan village is about 58.88%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 54.15%.
  • There are around 442 households in Behbal Kalan village.

Connectivity of Behbal Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behbal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Behbal Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Behbal Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Behbal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behbal Kalan.

Burj Jawahar Singhwala Gondara Jhakharwala Ran Singhwala Behbal Khurd Gurusar Sarawan Romana Albel Singh Dhaipai Matta Ajit Gill

Frequently Asked Questions about Behbal Kalan

Where is Behbal Kalan located?
Behbal Kalan village is situated in Jaitu Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behbal Kalan?
Behbal Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Behbal Kalan?
The pincode of Behbal Kalan is 151208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behbal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behbal Kalan is 2,376, with 1,255 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Behbal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behbal Kalan village has a total of 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behbal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behbal Kalan is 58.88%. The male literacy rate is 63.11%, while the female literacy rate is 54.15%.