Berain - Tarari, Bhojpur
Berain is a village situated in the Tarari subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Moap Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berain is 247722. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 802222 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Berain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Berain
According to the 2011 Census, Berain village had a total population of 991 people, including 529 males and 462 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.18%, with male literacy at 88.74% and female literacy at 74.75%.
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 | 991 | 529 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 402 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 127 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Berain
Berain 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 Berain
Berain 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Berain is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Berain 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 Berain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Berain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Berain
Where is Berain located?
Berain village is located in Tarari Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Berain?
The Gram Panchayat of Berain is Moap Khurd.
What is the pincode of Berain?
The pincode of Berain is 802222.
What is the population of Berain?
Berain had a total population of 991, including 529 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Berain?
Berain had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Berain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berain was 82.18%. Male literacy was 88.74% and female literacy was 74.75%.