Gerapuri - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Gerapuri is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kathuri-monkola Saildhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerapuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerapuri is 281814. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.07 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gerapuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerapuri
According to the 2011 Census, Gerapuri village had a total population of 357 people, including 178 males and 179 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.55%, with male literacy at 41.04% and female literacy at 36.17%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 178 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 123 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Gerapuri
Gerapuri 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 Gerapuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gerapuri.
| 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 Lakhipur to Gerapuri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Gerapuri is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerapuri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gerapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerapuri 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 Gerapuri
Where is Gerapuri located?
Gerapuri village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerapuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerapuri is Kathuri-monkola Saildhara.
What is the pincode of Gerapuri?
The pincode of Gerapuri is 783120.
What is the population of Gerapuri?
Gerapuri had a total population of 357, including 178 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Gerapuri?
Gerapuri had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerapuri was 38.55%. Male literacy was 41.04% and female literacy was 36.17%.