Betahar
Betahar is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.7km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 91.6km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Betahar village.
Betahar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Betahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Betahar is 310433. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Betahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Betahar
Population of Betahar
Below is a concise population overview of Betahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,942 | 946 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 729 | 361 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 140 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 1,121 | 594 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 352 | 469 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Betahar village:
- The total population of Betahar village is around 1,942, including approximately 946 males and 996 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 296 children aged 0–6 years in Betahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Betahar village has 729 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 309 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Betahar village is about 57.72%, with male literacy at 62.79% and female literacy at 52.91%.
- There are around 422 households in Betahar village.
Connectivity of Betahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Betahar. As per the 2011 stats, Betahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Betahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Betahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Betahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Betahar
- Where is Betahar located?
- Betahar village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Betahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Betahar is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Betahar?
- The pincode of Betahar is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Betahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Betahar is 1,942, with 946 males and 996 females.
- How many households are there in Betahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Betahar village has a total of 422 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Betahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Betahar is 57.72%. The male literacy rate is 62.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.91%.