Bera - Mahanpur, Kathua
Bera is a village situated in the Mahanpur tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Basohli and around 40 km from Kathua. Athoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bera is 001751. The village covers a total geographical area of 592 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Basohli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bera
As per Census 2011, Bera village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 436 males and 396 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 436 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 273 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 163 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Bera
Bera 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 Bera
Public transport in the Bera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basohli to Bera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Bera is about 40 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 Bera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bera 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 Bera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bera
Where is Bera located?
Bera village is located in Mahanpur Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bera is Athoon.
What is the pincode of Bera?
The pincode of Bera is 184202.
What is the population of Bera?
Bera has a total population of 832, including 436 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Bera?
There are 181 households in Bera.
What is the literacy rate in Bera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bera is 52.40%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 41.16%.