Behar - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Behar is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Vehran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behar is 030007. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Behar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behar
As per Census 2011, Behar village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 407 males and 369 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 407 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 336 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 268 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 139 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Behar
Behar 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 Behar
Behar 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 located within >10 km of Behar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Behar 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 Behar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behar 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 Behar
Where is Behar located?
Behar village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behar?
The Gram Panchayat of Behar is Vehran.
What is the pincode of Behar?
The pincode of Behar is 144041.
What is the population of Behar?
Behar has a total population of 776, including 407 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Behar?
There are 110 households in Behar.
What is the literacy rate in Behar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behar is 58.25%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 49.86%.