Behda - Un, Shamli
Behda is a village situated in the Un tehsil of Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kairana and around 58 km from Muzaffarnagar. Bhameri Shahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behda is 110497. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.16 hectares and falls under the 247778 pincode. Un is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Behda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kairana Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Behda
According to the 2011 Census, Behda village had a total population of 526 people, including 288 males and 238 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 526 | 288 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 194 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 94 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Behda
Behda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Behda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Behda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Behda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Un to Behda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarnagar to Behda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Behda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behda 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 Behda
Where is Behda located?
Behda village is located in Un Tehsil, Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behda?
The Gram Panchayat of Behda is Bhameri Shahpur.
What is the pincode of Behda?
The pincode of Behda is 247778.
What is the population of Behda?
Behda had a total population of 526, including 288 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Behda?
Behda had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behda was 67.32%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 55.56%.