Geraiya
Geraiya is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Karjara is the gram panchayat of Geraiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Geraiya unique in its vibrant Wazirganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Geraiya’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 Geraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Geraiya is 256746. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 805131. Gaya is nearest town to Geraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Geraiya
Population of Geraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Geraiya has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 527 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 630 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 50.68%, with male literacy at about 67.55% and female literacy near 33.20%. There are around 149 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Geraiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,036 | 527 | 509 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 93 | 110 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 330 | 300 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 525 | 356 | 169 |
Illiterate Population | 511 | 171 | 340 |
Connectivity of Geraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Geraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Geraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Geraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Geraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Geraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Geraiya
- Where is Geraiya located?
- Geraiya village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Geraiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Geraiya is Karjara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Geraiya?
- The pincode of Geraiya is 805131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Geraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Geraiya is 1,036, with 527 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Geraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Geraiya village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Geraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Geraiya is 50.68%. The male literacy rate is 67.55%, while the female literacy rate is 33.20%.