Berchha - Seondha, Datia
Berchha is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Bercha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berchha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berchha is 454409. The village covers a total geographical area of 1031.96 hectares and falls under the 475682 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Berchha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Berchha
As per Census 2011, Berchha village has a total population of 1,876 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 873 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berchha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,876 | 1,003 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 153 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 628 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 375 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Berchha
Berchha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisor | North | 1.88 km |
| Budhera | West | 2.10 km |
| Kunwarpura | South | 2.28 km |
| Basturi | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Nahla | East | 3.03 km |
| Khanjapura | South | 3.09 km |
| Atreta | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Bhensai | South | 3.29 km |
| Khamroli | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Vyaspura | South | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berchha
Public transport in the Berchha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Erich Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| 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 Seondha to Berchha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Berchha is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berchha 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 Berchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berchha 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 Berchha
Where is Berchha located?
Berchha village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berchha?
The Gram Panchayat of Berchha is Bercha.
What is the pincode of Berchha?
The pincode of Berchha is 475682.
What is the population of Berchha?
Berchha has a total population of 1,876, including 1,003 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Berchha?
There are 475 households in Berchha.
What is the literacy rate in Berchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berchha is 53.20%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 42.38%.