Behbowal
Behbowal is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Singhpur is the gram panchayat of Behbowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Behbowal unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Behbowal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Behbowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behbowal is 031020. The village spans a total geographical area of 653 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Behbowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Behbowal
Population of Behbowal
According to the 2011 Census, Behbowal has a total population of about 1,772, with approximately 888 males and 884 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.45%, with male literacy at about 76.69% and female literacy near 74.21%. There are around 359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behbowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,772 | 888 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 114 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 681 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 207 | 228 |
Connectivity of Behbowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behbowal. As per the 2011 stats, Behbowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Behbowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Behbowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behbowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behbowal
- Where is Behbowal located?
- Behbowal village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behbowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Behbowal is Singhpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Behbowal?
- The pincode of Behbowal is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behbowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behbowal is 1,772, with 888 males and 884 females.
- How many households are there in Behbowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behbowal village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behbowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behbowal is 75.45%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 74.21%.