Beral - Amta - II, Howrah
Beral is a village situated in the Amta - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Amta and around 42 km from Howrah. Ghoraberia Chitnan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beral is 332569. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.19 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Bagnan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Beral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beral
As per Census 2011, Beral village has a total population of 1,555 people, consisting of 818 males and 737 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,045 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 818 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 162 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 598 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 220 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Beral
Beral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatgachha | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Mirgram | East | 1.05 km |
| Chitnan | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Kulia | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Takipara | East | 1.79 km |
| Ghoraberia | North | 2.15 km |
| Dakshin Bhatora | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Ajangachhi | East | 2.55 km |
| Dhanyaghari | East | 3.05 km |
| Nignan | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beral
Beral is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deulti, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| 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 Bagnan to Beral is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Beral is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beral
Where is Beral located?
Beral village is located in Amta - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beral?
The Gram Panchayat of Beral is Ghoraberia Chitnan.
What is the pincode of Beral?
The pincode of Beral is 711303.
What is the population of Beral?
Beral has a total population of 1,555, including 818 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Beral?
There are 295 households in Beral.
What is the literacy rate in Beral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beral is 67.20%. Male literacy is 73.11% and female literacy is 60.65%.