Gerua Bari - Biswanath
Gerua Bari is a village situated in the Biswanath subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Lehugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerua Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerua Bari is 286640. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.88 hectares and falls under the 784176 pincode.
Gerua Bari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswanath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerua Bari
As per Census 2011, Gerua Bari village has a total population of 1,053 people, consisting of 559 males and 494 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerua Bari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,053 | 559 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 467 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 92 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Gerua Bari
Gerua Bari 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 Bari
Gerua Bari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gerua Bari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tezpur to Gerua Bari is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerua Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerua Bari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gerua Bari
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 Bari 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 Gerua Bari
Where is Gerua Bari located?
Gerua Bari village is located in Biswanath Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua Bari is Lehugaon.
What is the pincode of Gerua Bari?
The pincode of Gerua Bari is 784176.
What is the population of Gerua Bari?
Gerua Bari has a total population of 1,053, including 559 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Gerua Bari?
There are 251 households in Gerua Bari.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerua Bari is 80.34%. Male literacy is 83.54% and female literacy is 76.72%.