Behbowal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Behbowal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Behbowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behbowal is 031020. The village covers a total geographical area of 653 hectares and falls under the 144306 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Behbowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behbowal
As per Census 2011, Behbowal village has a total population of 1,772 people, consisting of 888 males and 884 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behbowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,772 | 888 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 114 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 681 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 207 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Behbowal
Behbowal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Behbowal
Behbowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Behbowal has a railway station.
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Behbowal is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behbowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behbowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behbowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behbowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behbowal
Where is Behbowal located?
Behbowal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behbowal?
Behbowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behbowal?
The pincode of Behbowal is 144306.
What is the population of Behbowal?
Behbowal has a total population of 1,772, including 888 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Behbowal?
There are 359 households in Behbowal.
What is the literacy rate in Behbowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behbowal is 75.45%. Male literacy is 76.69% and female literacy is 74.21%.