Beraichak - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Beraichak is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Khulni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beraichak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beraichak is 239761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 812006 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Beraichak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beraichak
According to the 2011 Census, Beraichak village had a total population of 306 people, including 161 males and 145 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.97%, with male literacy at 69.18% and female literacy at 47.24%.
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 | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 101 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 60 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Beraichak
Beraichak 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 Beraichak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Beraichak. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Beraichak.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Beraichak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beraichak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beraichak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Beraichak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beraichak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Beraichak
Where is Beraichak located?
Beraichak village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beraichak?
The Gram Panchayat of Beraichak is Khulni.
What is the pincode of Beraichak?
The pincode of Beraichak is 812006.
What is the population of Beraichak?
Beraichak had a total population of 306, including 161 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Beraichak?
Beraichak had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beraichak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beraichak was 58.97%. Male literacy was 69.18% and female literacy was 47.24%.