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
According to the 2011 Census, Behar village had a total population of 776 people, including 407 males and 369 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 776 | 407 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 336 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 776, including 407 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Behar?
Behar had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behar was 68.07%. Male literacy was 77.91% and female literacy was 57.50%.