Behjam
Behjam is a village located in Lakhimpur tehsil of Kheri district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhimpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kheri. As per 2009 stats, Behjam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Behjam unique in its vibrant Lakhimpur-Kheri region. You’ll see Behjam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Behjam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behjam is 136151. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.44 hectares. Lakhimpur is nearest town to Behjam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Behjam
Population of Behjam
According to the 2011 Census, Behjam has a total population of about 6,727, with approximately 3,523 males and 3,204 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,072 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,996 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.53%, with male literacy at about 71.16% and female literacy near 57.24%. There are around 1,207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Behjam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,727 | 3,523 | 3,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,072 | 589 | 483 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,996 | 1,016 | 980 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,341 | 2,507 | 1,834 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 1,016 | 1,370 |
Connectivity of Behjam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behjam. As per the 2011 stats, Behjam 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 Behjam
Knowing the nearby villages of Behjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behjam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behjam
- Where is Behjam located?
- Behjam village is situated in Lakhimpur Tehsil, within the Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behjam?
- Behjam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Behjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behjam is 6,727, with 3,523 males and 3,204 females.
- How many households are there in Behjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behjam village has a total of 1,207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behjam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behjam is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 71.16%, while the female literacy rate is 57.24%.