Geraloti - Pothia, Kishanganj
Geraloti is a village situated in the Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pothia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Gorukhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geraloti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geraloti is 222548. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.75 hectares and falls under the 855106 pincode. Thakurganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Geraloti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Geraloti
According to the 2011 Census, Geraloti village had a total population of 929 people, including 458 males and 471 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.50%, with male literacy at 54.32% and female literacy at 18.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 458 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 195 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 263 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Geraloti
Geraloti 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 Geraloti
Geraloti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Geraloti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurganj to Geraloti is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Geraloti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geraloti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geraloti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Geraloti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geraloti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Geraloti
Where is Geraloti located?
Geraloti village is located in Pothia Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geraloti?
The Gram Panchayat of Geraloti is Gorukhal.
What is the pincode of Geraloti?
The pincode of Geraloti is 855106.
What is the population of Geraloti?
Geraloti had a total population of 929, including 458 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Geraloti?
Geraloti had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geraloti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geraloti was 35.50%. Male literacy was 54.32% and female literacy was 18.43%.