Beriste - Mokhada, Palghar
Beriste is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Mokhada and around 130 km from Thane. Beriste village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beriste is 551965. The village covers a total geographical area of 778 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Beriste village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beriste
According to the 2011 Census, Beriste village had a total population of 1,794 people, including 893 males and 901 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.34%, with male literacy at 71.20% and female literacy at 51.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,729.
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 | 1,794 | 893 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,729 | 853 | 876 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 534 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 359 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Beriste
Beriste 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 Beriste
Beriste is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Beriste is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Beriste is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beriste
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beriste village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beriste
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beriste village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beriste
Where is Beriste located?
Beriste village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Beriste?
Beriste is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beriste?
The pincode of Beriste is 401604.
What is the population of Beriste?
Beriste had a total population of 1,794, including 893 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Beriste?
Beriste had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beriste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beriste was 61.34%. Male literacy was 71.20% and female literacy was 51.58%.