Berani Chhoti - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Berani Chhoti is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from Narendra Nagar and around 44 km from New Tehri. Berni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berani Chhoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berani Chhoti is 044420. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.2 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Berani Chhoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berani Chhoti
According to the 2011 Census, Berani Chhoti village had a total population of 118 people, including 48 males and 70 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,458 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 118 | 48 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Berani Chhoti
Berani Chhoti 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 Berani Chhoti
Berani Chhoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Berani Chhoti is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Berani Chhoti is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berani Chhoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berani Chhoti 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Berani Chhoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berani Chhoti 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 Berani Chhoti
Where is Berani Chhoti located?
Berani Chhoti village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Berani Chhoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Berani Chhoti is Berni.
What is the pincode of Berani Chhoti?
The pincode of Berani Chhoti is 249146.
What is the population of Berani Chhoti?
Berani Chhoti had a total population of 118, including 48 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Berani Chhoti?
Berani Chhoti had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Berani Chhoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berani Chhoti was 77.98%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 72.73%.