Gerua Gaon - Tezpur, Sonitpur
Gerua Gaon is a village situated in the Tezpur subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. Puthimari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerua Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerua Gaon is 286223. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 784153 pincode.
Gerua Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerua Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gerua Gaon village has a total population of 1,019 people, consisting of 515 males and 504 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerua Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,019 | 515 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 411 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 104 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Gerua Gaon
Gerua Gaon 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 Gaon
Gerua Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Gerua Gaon is about 25 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 Gerua Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerua Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gerua Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gerua Gaon
Where is Gerua Gaon located?
Gerua Gaon village is located in Tezpur Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua Gaon is Puthimari.
What is the pincode of Gerua Gaon?
The pincode of Gerua Gaon is 784153.
What is the population of Gerua Gaon?
Gerua Gaon has a total population of 1,019, including 515 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Gerua Gaon?
There are 234 households in Gerua Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerua Gaon is 77.63%. Male literacy is 79.81% and female literacy is 75.40%.