Behala
Behala is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.2km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 70.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Batanal is the gram panchayat of Behala village.
Behala has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Behala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Behala is 324267. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambagh is nearest town to Behala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
As per 2019 stats, Behala village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Behala
Population of Behala
Below is a concise population overview of Behala 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 | 466 | 237 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 138 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 207 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 30 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Behala village:
- The total population of Behala village is around 466, including approximately 237 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Behala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Behala village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Behala village is about 79.18%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 70.74%.
- There are around 103 households in Behala village.
Connectivity of Behala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Behala. As per the 2011 stats, Behala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Behala
Knowing the nearby villages of Behala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Behala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Behala
- Where is Behala located?
- Behala village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Behala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Behala is Batanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Behala?
- The pincode of Behala is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Behala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Behala is 466, with 237 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Behala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Behala village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Behala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Behala is 79.18%. The male literacy rate is 87.34%, while the female literacy rate is 70.74%.