Behrampur - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Behrampur is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Behrampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behrampur is 032610. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 140412 pincode. Bassi Pathana is the nearest town.
Behrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Behrampur village had a total population of 704 people, including 374 males and 330 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.22%, with male literacy at 85.93% and female literacy at 84.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 704 | 374 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 287 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 87 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Behrampur
Behrampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asmanpur | South-West | 0.44 km |
| Pathar Majra | North | 1.07 km |
| Solkhian | South | 1.47 km |
| Rangilpur | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Gandhon Khurd | North | 1.73 km |
| Salaura | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Bara | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Patherari Jattan | West | 2.02 km |
| Raje Majra | East | 2.05 km |
| Pathreri Rajputan | West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behrampur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Behrampur. The nearest railway station is Minapur, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Behrampur is about 7 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 Behrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behrampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behrampur
Where is Behrampur located?
Behrampur village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behrampur?
Behrampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behrampur?
The pincode of Behrampur is 140412.
What is the population of Behrampur?
Behrampur had a total population of 704, including 374 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Behrampur?
Behrampur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behrampur was 85.22%. Male literacy was 85.93% and female literacy was 84.44%.