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.

Cherki has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Cherki as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Cherki village:

  • The total population of Cherki village is around 3,541, including approximately 1,830 males and 1,711 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 613 children aged 0–6 years in Cherki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Cherki village has 881 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Cherki village is about 56.48%, with male literacy at 65.68% and female literacy at 46.64%.
  • There are around 604 households in Cherki village.

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.

Niman Ghaghar Janubi Chak Uchirman Pandaul Dariapur Banaul Ratanpura Bishunpura Korahra Jaipur

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%.