Beraja - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Beraja is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Beraja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beraja is 513778. The village covers a total geographical area of 1786.12 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Beraja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beraja
According to the 2011 Census, Beraja village had a total population of 1,609 people, including 789 males and 820 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.68%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 62.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 1,609 | 789 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 72 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 521 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 268 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Beraja
Beraja 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 Beraja
Beraja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kalavad to Beraja is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Beraja is about 30 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 Beraja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beraja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Beraja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beraja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beraja
Where is Beraja located?
Beraja village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beraja?
Beraja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beraja?
The pincode of Beraja is 361013.
What is the population of Beraja?
Beraja had a total population of 1,609, including 789 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Beraja?
Beraja had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beraja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beraja was 67.68%. Male literacy was 72.66% and female literacy was 62.76%.