Gerwani

Gerwani is a village located in Udaipur tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamjaigarh (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Samharsingha is the gram panchayat of Gerwani village.

Gerwani 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 Gerwani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerwani is 434480. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496116. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to Gerwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gerwani 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 Dharamjaigarh 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.

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Population of Gerwani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 358 185 173
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 40 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 5 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 309 160 149
Literate Population 177 107 70
Illiterate Population 181 78 103

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

  • The total population of Gerwani village is around 358, including approximately 185 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Gerwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerwani village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 309 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gerwani village is about 49.44%, with male literacy at 57.84% and female literacy at 40.46%.
  • There are around 58 households in Gerwani village.

Connectivity of Gerwani

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

Nearby Villages of Gerwani

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerwani

Where is Gerwani located?
Gerwani village is situated in Udaipur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerwani is Samharsingha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerwani?
The pincode of Gerwani is 496116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerwani is 358, with 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Gerwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerwani village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerwani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerwani is 49.44%. The male literacy rate is 57.84%, while the female literacy rate is 40.46%.