Behal

Behal is a village located in Patiala tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from Patiala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Behal village. As per 2009 stats, Behal village is also a gram panchayat.

Behal has its own place in the vibrant Patiala 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 Behal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behal is 036673. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147111. Sanaur is nearest town to Behal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Behal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,252 649 603
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 75 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 403 212 191
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 785 440 345
Illiterate Population 467 209 258

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

  • The total population of Behal village is around 1,252, including approximately 649 males and 603 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Behal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behal village has 403 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behal village is about 62.70%, with male literacy at 67.80% and female literacy at 57.21%.
  • There are around 238 households in Behal village.

Connectivity of Behal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behal. As per the 2011 stats, Behal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Behal

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

Hussainpur Urf Meharban Aliwala Bhunder Heri Panjeta Teja Punian Khanan Mehmudpur Jattan Dharamgarh Urf Kathgarh Dadherian Fatehpur Rajputan Umaidpur Khudda

Frequently Asked Questions about Behal

Where is Behal located?
Behal village is situated in Patiala Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behal?
Behal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Behal?
The pincode of Behal is 147111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behal is 1,252, with 649 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Behal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behal village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behal is 62.70%. The male literacy rate is 67.80%, while the female literacy rate is 57.21%.