Kerai Berai - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Kerai Berai is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Paikwaliya Marjadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerai Berai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerai Berai is 216083. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.4 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kerai Berai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerai Berai
As per Census 2011, Kerai Berai village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 724 males and 679 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerai Berai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 724 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 116 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 314 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 149 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 575 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Kerai Berai
Kerai Berai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiwraha | North | 1.14 km |
| Medraul | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Marjadpur | East | 1.51 km |
| Ramauliya | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Ratanpurwa | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Gangaulia | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Paikaulia | South | 2.53 km |
| Dharahia | West | 3.11 km |
| Shiuna | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Dholbajwa | North | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerai Berai
Kerai Berai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Kerai Berai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kerai Berai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerai Berai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerai Berai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerai Berai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerai Berai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kerai Berai
Where is Kerai Berai located?
Kerai Berai village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerai Berai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerai Berai is Paikwaliya Marjadpur.
What is the pincode of Kerai Berai?
The pincode of Kerai Berai is 845105.
What is the population of Kerai Berai?
Kerai Berai has a total population of 1,403, including 724 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Kerai Berai?
There are 230 households in Kerai Berai.
What is the literacy rate in Kerai Berai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerai Berai is 16.04%. Male literacy is 20.58% and female literacy is 11.19%.