Behi - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Behi is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Sitarganj and around 60 km from Rudrapur. Giddhaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behi is 056184. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.93 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Behi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behi
According to the 2011 Census, Behi village had a total population of 706 people, including 372 males and 334 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.75%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 68.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 314.
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 | 706 | 372 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 311 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 61 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Behi
Behi 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 Behi
Behi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Behi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sitarganj to Behi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Behi is about 60 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 Behi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Behi
Where is Behi located?
Behi village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Behi?
The Gram Panchayat of Behi is Giddhaur.
What is the pincode of Behi?
The pincode of Behi is 262308.
What is the population of Behi?
Behi had a total population of 706, including 372 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Behi?
Behi had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Behi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behi was 79.75%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 68.08%.