Behta Sanwat - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Behta Sanwat is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Behta Sanvat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behta Sanwat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behta Sanwat is 133105. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.187 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Behta Sanwat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behta Sanwat
According to the 2011 Census, Behta Sanwat village had a total population of 1,226 people, including 652 males and 574 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.20%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 82.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235.
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 | 1,226 | 652 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 138 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 500 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 152 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Behta Sanwat
Behta Sanwat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanduapur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Bilandpur J. Majhigawan | West | 1.54 km |
| Umaria Kalyanpur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Ranmustpur Khurd | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Pakadia Malhpur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Deoriya | East | 2.21 km |
| Bilsa | South | 2.23 km |
| Bela J. Banigawan | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Pakadia Hakim | North | 2.48 km |
| Mainia | South-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behta Sanwat
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Behta Sanwat. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Behta Sanwat is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Behta Sanwat is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behta Sanwat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behta Sanwat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behta Sanwat
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 Sanwat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Behta Sanwat
Where is Behta Sanwat located?
Behta Sanwat village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behta Sanwat?
The Gram Panchayat of Behta Sanwat is Behta Sanvat.
What is the pincode of Behta Sanwat?
The pincode of Behta Sanwat is 242401.
What is the population of Behta Sanwat?
Behta Sanwat had a total population of 1,226, including 652 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Behta Sanwat?
Behta Sanwat had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behta Sanwat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behta Sanwat was 86.20%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 82.40%.