Berama - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Berama is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 169 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berama is 417209. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 139 km away.
Berama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berama
As per Census 2011, Berama village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 160 males and 163 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 77 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 83 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Berama
Berama 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 Berama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Berama.
| 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 Rayagada to Berama is about 139 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Berama is about 169 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Berama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berama 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 Berama
Where is Berama located?
Berama village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berama?
The Gram Panchayat of Berama is Ora.
What is the pincode of Berama?
The pincode of Berama is 762105.
What is the population of Berama?
Berama has a total population of 323, including 160 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Berama?
There are 76 households in Berama.
What is the literacy rate in Berama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berama is 36.22%. Male literacy is 48.13% and female literacy is 24.54%.