Berla - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Berla is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Bardiya Beerji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berla is 105295. The village covers a total geographical area of 1054.46 hectares and falls under the 326515 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Berla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berla
As per Census 2011, Berla village has a total population of 2,106 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,048 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,106 | 1,058 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 180 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 290 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 879 | 588 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 470 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Berla
Berla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakha Kheri Parmar | East | 1.97 km |
| Chiri | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Kagariya | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Padma Kheri | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Bardiya Beerji | North | 2.71 km |
| Salariya | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Bardiya Lakha | East | 3.21 km |
| Dharmpuri | South | 3.38 km |
| Chand Kheri | West | 3.43 km |
| Dhabla | North-East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berla
Berla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talavli, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Berla is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Berla is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berla 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 Berla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berla 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 Berla
Where is Berla located?
Berla village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berla?
The Gram Panchayat of Berla is Bardiya Beerji.
What is the pincode of Berla?
The pincode of Berla is 326515.
What is the population of Berla?
Berla has a total population of 2,106, including 1,058 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Berla?
There are 427 households in Berla.
What is the literacy rate in Berla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berla is 41.74%. Male literacy is 55.58% and female literacy is 27.77%.