Behta - Haidergarh, Bara Banki
Behta is a village situated in the Haidergarh tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haidergarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Behta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behta is 165570. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.72 hectares and falls under the 225412 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Behta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haidergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behta
According to the 2011 Census, Behta village had a total population of 2,580 people, including 1,396 males and 1,184 females, living in 452 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 69.04% and female literacy at 51.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 927.
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 | 2,580 | 1,396 | 1,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 217 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 494 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 814 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 582 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Behta
Behta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivrajpur | South | 1.45 km |
| Sarai Nirhoo | West | 1.49 km |
| Salpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Narauli | South | 1.82 km |
| Bheriya | North | 1.90 km |
| Rukunuddinpur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Jondhi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Dunauli | North | 2.43 km |
| Bija Pur | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Ali Pur | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behta
Behta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Haidergarh, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Behta is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Behta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Behta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behta
Where is Behta located?
Behta village is located in Haidergarh Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behta?
Behta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Behta?
The pincode of Behta is 225412.
What is the population of Behta?
Behta had a total population of 2,580, including 1,396 males and 1,184 females.
How many households are there in Behta?
Behta had 452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behta was 60.87%. Male literacy was 69.04% and female literacy was 51.20%.