Bherai - Rajula, Amreli
Bherai is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bherai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherai is 515995. The village covers a total geographical area of 2996.08 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bherai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bherai
As per Census 2011, Bherai village has a total population of 4,185 people, consisting of 2,169 males and 2,016 females. The village has 730 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,115 literate and 2,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bherai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,185 | 2,169 | 2,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 318 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,115 | 1,345 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,070 | 824 | 1,246 |
Nearby Villages of Bherai
Bherai 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 Bherai
Bherai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Bherai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bherai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bherai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bherai
Where is Bherai located?
Bherai village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bherai?
Bherai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bherai?
The pincode of Bherai is 365560.
What is the population of Bherai?
Bherai has a total population of 4,185, including 2,169 males and 2,016 females.
How many households are there in Bherai?
There are 730 households in Bherai.
What is the literacy rate in Bherai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherai is 50.54%. Male literacy is 62.01% and female literacy is 38.19%.