Beril - Billawar, Kathua
Beril is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pallan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Beril village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beril is 001704. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beril village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beril
According to the 2011 Census, Beril village had a total population of 1,069 people, including 551 males and 518 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.89%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 1,069 | 551 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 418 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 133 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Beril
Beril 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 Beril
Public transport in the Beril 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 Billawar to Beril is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Beril is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beril
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beril 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beril
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beril village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Beril
Where is Beril located?
Beril village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Beril?
The Halqa Panchayat of Beril is Pallan.
What is the pincode of Beril?
The pincode of Beril is 184203.
What is the population of Beril?
Beril had a total population of 1,069, including 551 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Beril?
Beril had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beril?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beril was 75.89%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 62.94%.