Gerua - Baska, Baksa
Gerua is a village situated in the Baska subdivision of Baksa district, Assam.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerua is 304576. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 781344 pincode.
Gerua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Barama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerua
As per Census 2011, Gerua village has a total population of 2,294 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,103 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 1,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,294 | 1,191 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 162 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,408 | 717 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 698 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 493 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Gerua
Gerua 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 Gerua
Gerua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Gerua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gerua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gerua
Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is located in Baska Subdivision, Baksa district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Gerua?
The pincode of Gerua is 781344.
What is the population of Gerua?
Gerua has a total population of 2,294, including 1,191 males and 1,103 females.
How many households are there in Gerua?
There are 452 households in Gerua.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerua is 52.27%. Male literacy is 58.61% and female literacy is 45.42%.