Gerki

Gerki is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Echalo is the gram panchayat of Gerki village.

Gerki has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Gerki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerki is 224112. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Gerki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Gerki

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,226 664 562
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 245 130 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 14 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 290 164
Illiterate Population 772 374 398

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

  • The total population of Gerki village is around 1,226, including approximately 664 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Gerki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerki village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerki village is about 37.03%, with male literacy at 43.67% and female literacy at 29.18%.
  • There are around 251 households in Gerki village.

Connectivity of Gerki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerki. As per the 2011 stats, Gerki 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerki

Knowing the nearby villages of Gerki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerki.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gerki

Where is Gerki located?
Gerki village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerki?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerki is Echalo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gerki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerki is 1,226, with 664 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Gerki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerki village has a total of 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerki is 37.03%. The male literacy rate is 43.67%, while the female literacy rate is 29.18%.