Cherki

Cherki is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Cherki village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Cherki unique in its vibrant Sherghati-Gaya region. You’ll see Cherki’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Cherki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cherki is 256289. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Cherki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Cherki

According to the 2011 Census, Cherki has a total population of about 3,541, with approximately 1,830 males and 1,711 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 613 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 881 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.48%, with male literacy at about 65.68% and female literacy near 46.64%. There are around 604 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cherki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,541 1,830 1,711
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 613 314 299
Scheduled Castes (SC) 881 437 444
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,000 1,202 798
Illiterate Population 1,541 628 913

Connectivity of Cherki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cherki. As per the 2011 stats, Cherki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Cherki

Knowing the nearby villages of Cherki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cherki.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cherki

Where is Cherki located?
Cherki village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherki?
Cherki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Cherki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cherki is 3,541, with 1,830 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Cherki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Cherki village has a total of 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cherki is 56.48%. The male literacy rate is 65.68%, while the female literacy rate is 46.64%.