Beral - Darlaghat, Solan
Beral is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Beral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beral is 020297. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.05 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Beral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beral
According to the 2011 Census, Beral village had a total population of 177 people, including 97 males and 80 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 58.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 66 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Beral
Beral 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 Beral
Beral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Beral is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beral 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Beral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beral 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 Beral
Where is Beral located?
Beral village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beral?
Beral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beral?
The pincode of Beral is 171102.
What is the population of Beral?
Beral had a total population of 177, including 97 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Beral?
Beral had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beral was 66.87%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 58.90%.