Berela - Pandua, Hooghly
Berela is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Pandua and around 40.2 km from Chinsura. Berelakonchmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berela is 324750. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.29 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Berela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Berela
As per Census 2011, Berela village has a total population of 6,712 people, consisting of 3,385 males and 3,327 females. The village has 1,574 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 714 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,479 literate and 2,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,877 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 801 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Berela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,712 | 3,385 | 3,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 368 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,877 | 1,973 | 1,904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 801 | 402 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 4,479 | 2,439 | 2,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,233 | 946 | 1,287 |
Nearby Villages of Berela
Berela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kochmali | North | 1.72 km |
| Dantsar | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Hatni | South | 2.05 km |
| Tailkopa | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Boragari | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Basudebpur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Batika (ct) | East | 2.32 km |
| Maglampur | West | 2.35 km |
| Tarajol | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Nunia | East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berela
Berela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bainchi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Berela is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Berela is about 40.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Berela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Berela
Where is Berela located?
Berela village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berela?
The Gram Panchayat of Berela is Berelakonchmali.
What is the pincode of Berela?
The pincode of Berela is 712134.
What is the population of Berela?
Berela has a total population of 6,712, including 3,385 males and 3,327 females.
How many households are there in Berela?
There are 1,574 households in Berela.
What is the literacy rate in Berela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berela is 66.73%. Male literacy is 72.05% and female literacy is 61.32%.