Behar

Behar is a village located in Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Nakodar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Vehran is the gram panchayat of Behar village.

Behar has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Behar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behar is 030007. The village spans a total geographical area of 320 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144041. Nakodar is nearest town to Behar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Behar

Below is a concise population overview of Behar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 776 407 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 63 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 646 336 310
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 452 268 184
Illiterate Population 324 139 185

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behar village:

  • The total population of Behar village is around 776, including approximately 407 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Behar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behar village has 646 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behar village is about 58.25%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 49.86%.
  • There are around 110 households in Behar village.

Connectivity of Behar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behar. As per the 2011 stats, Behar 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Behar

Knowing the nearby villages of Behar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behar.

Bitlan Raipur Gujran Chhaula Raipur Araian Baghela Umrewal Awan Khalsa Qaimwala Hardo Sangha Gadra Bhoda

Frequently Asked Questions about Behar

Where is Behar located?
Behar village is situated in Nakodar Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behar?
The Gram Panchayat of Behar is Vehran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Behar?
The pincode of Behar is 144041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behar is 776, with 407 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Behar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behar village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behar is 58.25%. The male literacy rate is 65.85%, while the female literacy rate is 49.86%.