Behbalpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Behbalpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Behbalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behbalpur is 031803. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 146110 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Behbalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behbalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Behbalpur village had a total population of 1,216 people, including 609 males and 607 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.10%, with male literacy at 90.42% and female literacy at 83.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 581.
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 | 1,216 | 609 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 301 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 500 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 109 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Behbalpur
Behbalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandori Ganga Singh | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Kot Fatuhi | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Binjon | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Mehrowal | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Kotla | West | 2.49 km |
| Mananhana | West | 2.82 km |
| Ballon | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Rihala | East | 3.06 km |
| Laddian | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Gujjarpur Khurd | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behbalpur
Behbalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saila Khurd, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Behbalpur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behbalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behbalpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behbalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behbalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behbalpur
Where is Behbalpur located?
Behbalpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behbalpur?
Behbalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behbalpur?
The pincode of Behbalpur is 146110.
What is the population of Behbalpur?
Behbalpur had a total population of 1,216, including 609 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Behbalpur?
Behbalpur had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behbalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behbalpur was 87.10%. Male literacy was 90.42% and female literacy was 83.84%.