Gerupani
Gerupani is a village located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Gerupani village is also a gram panchayat.
Gerupani has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Gerupani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerupani is 434608. The village spans a total geographical area of 1063.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Lailunga is nearest town to Gerupani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gerupani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gerupani
Population of Gerupani
Below is a concise population overview of Gerupani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | 691 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 392 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 430 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 261 | 418 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gerupani village:
- The total population of Gerupani village is around 1,396, including approximately 691 males and 705 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Gerupani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gerupani village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 805 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gerupani village is about 51.36%, with male literacy at 62.23% and female literacy at 40.71%.
- There are around 350 households in Gerupani village.
Connectivity of Gerupani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerupani. As per the 2011 stats, Gerupani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerupani
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerupani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerupani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerupani
- Where is Gerupani located?
- Gerupani village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerupani?
- Gerupani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gerupani?
- The pincode of Gerupani is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerupani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerupani is 1,396, with 691 males and 705 females.
- How many households are there in Gerupani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerupani village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerupani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerupani is 51.36%. The male literacy rate is 62.23%, while the female literacy rate is 40.71%.