Beraberia - Amdanga, North 24 Parganas
Beraberia is a village situated in the Amdanga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Amdanga and around 11 km from Barasat. Beraberia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beraberia is 323056. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.47 hectares and falls under the 743270 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beraberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Beraberia
As per Census 2011, Beraberia village has a total population of 8,969 people, consisting of 4,646 males and 4,323 females. The village has 1,966 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 940 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,302 literate and 2,667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,017 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beraberia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,969 | 4,646 | 4,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 940 | 491 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,017 | 3,128 | 2,889 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 6,302 | 3,473 | 2,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,667 | 1,173 | 1,494 |
Nearby Villages of Beraberia
Beraberia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tababeria | West | 1.35 km |
| Chakbelu | North | 1.52 km |
| Sar Padihi | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 1.80 km |
| Atghara | East | 1.86 km |
| Chharuhat | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Bijoypur | South | 1.88 km |
| Belu | East | 1.92 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 2.03 km |
| Sahapur | West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beraberia
Beraberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Beraberia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Beraberia is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beraberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beraberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beraberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beraberia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Beraberia
Where is Beraberia located?
Beraberia village is located in Amdanga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beraberia?
Beraberia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beraberia?
The pincode of Beraberia is 743270.
What is the population of Beraberia?
Beraberia has a total population of 8,969, including 4,646 males and 4,323 females.
How many households are there in Beraberia?
There are 1,966 households in Beraberia.
What is the literacy rate in Beraberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beraberia is 70.26%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 65.44%.