Behbalpur
Behbalpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Behbalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Behbalpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Behbalpur’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 Behbalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behbalpur is 031803. The village spans a total geographical area of 276 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144519. Garhshankar is nearest town to Behbalpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Behbalpur
Population of Behbalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Behbalpur has a total population of about 1,216, with approximately 609 males and 607 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 581 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 79.93%, with male literacy at about 82.10% and female literacy near 77.76%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behbalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 972 | 500 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 109 | 135 |
Connectivity of Behbalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behbalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Behbalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Behbalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Behbalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behbalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behbalpur
- Where is Behbalpur located?
- Behbalpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behbalpur?
- Behbalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Behbalpur?
- The pincode of Behbalpur is 144519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behbalpur is 1,216, with 609 males and 607 females.
- How many households are there in Behbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behbalpur village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behbalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behbalpur is 79.93%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 77.76%.