Behta - Purwa, Unnao
Behta is a village situated in the Purwa tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purwa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Behta Sumhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behta is 142510. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.54 hectares and falls under the 209825 pincode.
Behta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Behta
According to the 2011 Census, Behta village had a total population of 1,423 people, including 720 males and 703 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 82.38% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 577.
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 | 1,423 | 720 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 297 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 505 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 215 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Behta
Behta 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 Behta
Behta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Unnao to Behta is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behta
Where is Behta located?
Behta village is located in Purwa Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behta?
The Gram Panchayat of Behta is Behta Sumhari.
What is the pincode of Behta?
The pincode of Behta is 209825.
What is the population of Behta?
Behta had a total population of 1,423, including 720 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Behta?
Behta had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behta was 73.86%. Male literacy was 82.38% and female literacy was 65.43%.