Gerra
Gerra is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Gerra village is also a gram panchayat.
Gerra has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Gerra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerra is 445957. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Saraipali is nearest town to Gerra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gerra
Population of Gerra
Below is a concise population overview of Gerra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 722 | 367 | 355 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
Literate Population | 482 | 273 | 209 |
Illiterate Population | 240 | 94 | 146 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gerra village:
- The total population of Gerra village is around 722, including approximately 367 males and 355 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Gerra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gerra village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 160 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gerra village is about 66.76%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 58.87%.
- There are around 199 households in Gerra village.
Connectivity of Gerra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerra. As per the 2011 stats, Gerra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerra
- Where is Gerra located?
- Gerra village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerra?
- Gerra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gerra?
- The pincode of Gerra is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerra is 722, with 367 males and 355 females.
- How many households are there in Gerra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerra village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerra is 66.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 58.87%.