Berakayam - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Berakayam is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Gulikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berakayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berakayam is 376974. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Berakayam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berakayam
As per Census 2011, Berakayam village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 268 males and 254 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berakayam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 268 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 183 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 85 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 183 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Berakayam
Berakayam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buru Kayam | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Arkeda | North | 1.67 km |
| Jante | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Dewan | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Gulikera | South | 4.04 km |
| Koteya | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Lorhai | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Dindapai | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Joro | South | 5.36 km |
| Jarakel | West | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berakayam
Berakayam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Berakayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berakayam 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 Berakayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berakayam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Berakayam
Where is Berakayam located?
Berakayam village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berakayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Berakayam is Gulikera.
What is the pincode of Berakayam?
The pincode of Berakayam is 833201.
What is the population of Berakayam?
Berakayam has a total population of 522, including 268 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Berakayam?
There are 112 households in Berakayam.
What is the literacy rate in Berakayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berakayam is 25.67%. Male literacy is 31.72% and female literacy is 19.29%.