Erur - Gurua, Gaya
Erur is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Raghunath Khap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erur is 255644. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Erur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Erur
As per Census 2011, Erur village has a total population of 2,318 people, consisting of 1,166 males and 1,152 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,318 | 1,166 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 221 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 248 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 642 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 524 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Erur
Erur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunath Khap | East | 1.24 km |
| Arsi Kalan | South | 1.43 km |
| Nema Bigha | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Patak Bigha | East | 1.64 km |
| Salaipura | West | 1.68 km |
| Pirwa | North | 1.71 km |
| Kasla | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Sharafuddinpur | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Taroa | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Arsi Khurd | South | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erur
Erur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guraru, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.6 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Erur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Erur is about 56 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 Erur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erur 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 Erur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Erur
Where is Erur located?
Erur village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erur?
The Gram Panchayat of Erur is Raghunath Khap.
What is the pincode of Erur?
The pincode of Erur is 804405.
What is the population of Erur?
Erur has a total population of 2,318, including 1,166 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Erur?
There are 360 households in Erur.
What is the literacy rate in Erur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erur is 48.49%. Male literacy is 55.06% and female literacy is 41.84%.