Berasia - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Berasia is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Berasiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berasia is 480084. The village covers a total geographical area of 2063.15 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Berasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berasia
As per Census 2011, Berasia village has a total population of 3,771 people, consisting of 1,929 males and 1,842 females. The village has 868 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 652 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,862 literate and 1,909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,771 | 1,929 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 329 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 574 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,862 | 1,136 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,909 | 793 | 1,116 |
Nearby Villages of Berasia
Berasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganlyari | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Onkarpura | South | 5.23 km |
| Madori | East | 5.56 km |
| Kankerwal | West | 5.56 km |
| Palasi | North | 6.24 km |
| Chandbad | North-West | 6.91 km |
| Hoshiyarkhedi | South-West | 8.02 km |
| Achalpura | North-East | 9.44 km |
| Mandawar | West | 9.60 km |
| Jamonia Ganesh | South | 9.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berasia
Berasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Berasia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Berasia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Berasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berasia 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 Berasia
Where is Berasia located?
Berasia village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Berasia is Berasiya.
What is the pincode of Berasia?
The pincode of Berasia is 465669.
What is the population of Berasia?
Berasia has a total population of 3,771, including 1,929 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Berasia?
There are 868 households in Berasia.
What is the literacy rate in Berasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berasia is 49.38%. Male literacy is 58.89% and female literacy is 39.41%.