Gerua - Amour, Purnia
Gerua is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bhawanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerua is 223742. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gerua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gerua
According to the 2011 Census, Gerua village had a total population of 5,742 people, including 2,979 males and 2,763 females, living in 1,186 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.55%, with male literacy at 47.80% and female literacy at 32.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 5,742 | 2,979 | 2,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,325 | 686 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,096 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,951 | 1,883 | 2,068 |
Nearby Villages of Gerua
Gerua 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 Gerua
Public transport in the Gerua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Gerua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gerua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gerua
Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Bhawanipur.
What is the pincode of Gerua?
The pincode of Gerua is 854315.
What is the population of Gerua?
Gerua had a total population of 5,742, including 2,979 males and 2,763 females.
How many households are there in Gerua?
Gerua had 1,186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerua was 40.55%. Male literacy was 47.80% and female literacy was 32.72%.