Berdah - Raghopur, Supaul
Berdah is a village situated in the Raghopur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghopur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Motipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berdah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berdah is 221136. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 852111 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Berdah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Berdah
As per Census 2011, Berdah village has a total population of 2,492 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,196 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,045 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 665 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berdah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,492 | 1,296 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 343 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 690 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 606 | 841 |
Nearby Villages of Berdah
Berdah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Norha | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Motipur | East | 1.75 km |
| Shahpur Pirthipatti | West | 2.36 km |
| Chhithi Hanuman Nagar | North | 2.44 km |
| Parsarman | South | 2.68 km |
| Harpur | East | 3.19 km |
| Simrahi | South | 3.35 km |
| Hariraha | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Fakirna | East | 3.76 km |
| Phenglas | South-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berdah
Berdah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.5 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Berdah is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Berdah is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berdah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berdah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Berdah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berdah 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 Berdah
Where is Berdah located?
Berdah village is located in Raghopur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berdah?
The Gram Panchayat of Berdah is Motipur.
What is the pincode of Berdah?
The pincode of Berdah is 852111.
What is the population of Berdah?
Berdah has a total population of 2,492, including 1,296 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Berdah?
There are 462 households in Berdah.
What is the literacy rate in Berdah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berdah is 41.93%. Male literacy is 53.24% and female literacy is 29.68%.