Gerua
About Gerua
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gerua village is 223742. Gerua village is located in Amour subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Amour (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bhawanipur is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.
The total geographical area of village is 490 hectares. Gerua has a total population of 5,742 peoples, out of which male population is 2,979 while female population is 2,763. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gerua village is 31.19% out of which 36.79% males and 25.15% females are literate. There are about 1,186 houses in gerua village. Pincode of gerua village locality is 854315.
Purnia is nearest town to gerua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Gerua
The population details of Gerua cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,742 | 2,979 | 2,763 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,325 | 686 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,096 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,951 | 1,883 | 2,068 |
Connectivity of Gerua
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua
Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is situated in Amour Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Bhawanipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerua?
The pincode of Gerua is 854315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerua is 5,742, with 2,979 males and 2,763 females.
How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 1,186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 31.19%. The male literacy rate is 36.79%, while the female literacy rate is 25.15%.