Lerua

Lerua is a village located in Maharajganj subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Balau is the gram panchayat of Lerua village.

Lerua has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 Lerua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lerua is 231851. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.29 hectares. Maharajganj is nearest town to Lerua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Lerua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,604 1,827 1,777
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 593 312 281
Scheduled Castes (SC) 692 343 349
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 88 39 49
Literate Population 1,850 1,115 735
Illiterate Population 1,754 712 1,042

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

  • The total population of Lerua village is around 3,604, including approximately 1,827 males and 1,777 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 593 children aged 0–6 years in Lerua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lerua village has 692 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lerua village is about 51.33%, with male literacy at 61.03% and female literacy at 41.36%.
  • There are around 595 households in Lerua village.

Connectivity of Lerua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lerua. As per the 2011 stats, Lerua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lerua

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

Deuriya Bishunpur Mahuari Jagdishpur Takipur Barahia Tola Balau Sarea Rahia Higauli Pipra Kalan Bagauchha Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Lerua

Where is Lerua located?
Lerua village is situated in Maharajganj Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Lerua is Balau (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Lerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lerua is 3,604, with 1,827 males and 1,777 females.
How many households are there in Lerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lerua village has a total of 595 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lerua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lerua is 51.33%. The male literacy rate is 61.03%, while the female literacy rate is 41.36%.