Beraja
Beraja is a village located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Beraja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Beraja unique in its vibrant Kalavad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Beraja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Beraja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Beraja is 513778. The village spans a total geographical area of 1786.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361013. Kalavad is nearest town to Beraja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Beraja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Beraja
Population of Beraja
According to the 2011 Census, Beraja has a total population of about 1,609, with approximately 789 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 177 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.66%, with male literacy at about 66.03% and female literacy near 55.49%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Beraja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,609 | 789 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 72 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 976 | 521 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 268 | 365 |
Connectivity of Beraja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Beraja. As per the 2011 stats, Beraja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Beraja
Knowing the nearby villages of Beraja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Beraja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beraja
- Where is Beraja located?
- Beraja village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Beraja?
- Beraja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Beraja?
- The pincode of Beraja is 361013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Beraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Beraja is 1,609, with 789 males and 820 females.
- How many households are there in Beraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Beraja village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Beraja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Beraja is 60.66%. The male literacy rate is 66.03%, while the female literacy rate is 55.49%.