Behra

Behra is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Behra village is also a gram panchayat.

Behra has its own place in the vibrant Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 Behra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behra is 039331. The village spans a total geographical area of 529 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140507. Dera Bassi is nearest town to Behra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Behra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,046 1,642 1,404
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 423 214 209
Scheduled Castes (SC) 150 82 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,746 1,041 705
Illiterate Population 1,300 601 699

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

  • The total population of Behra village is around 3,046, including approximately 1,642 males and 1,404 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Behra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Behra village has 150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Behra village is about 57.32%, with male literacy at 63.40% and female literacy at 50.21%.
  • There are around 621 households in Behra village.

Connectivity of Behra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behra. As per the 2011 stats, Behra 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 Behra

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

Dandrala Bir Kheri Mahiwala Kheri Gujran Fatehpur Bhagwanpur Rampur Sainian Nimbuan Bahadurgarh Haripur Hinduan Haibatpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Behra

Where is Behra located?
Behra village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behra?
Behra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Behra?
The pincode of Behra is 140507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Behra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behra is 3,046, with 1,642 males and 1,404 females.
How many households are there in Behra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Behra village has a total of 621 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behra is 57.32%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 50.21%.