Gerughat
Gerughat is a village located in Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chhuriya (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Gerughat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gerughat unique in its vibrant Chhuriya-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Gerughat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gerughat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerughat is 440937. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491558. Chhuria is nearest town to Gerughat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gerughat
Population of Gerughat
According to the 2011 Census, Gerughat has a total population of about 1,014, with approximately 497 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 766. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.56%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 43.91%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gerughat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 497 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 382 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 306 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 191 | 290 |
Connectivity of Gerughat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerughat. As per the 2011 stats, Gerughat 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerughat
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerughat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerughat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerughat
- Where is Gerughat located?
- Gerughat village is situated in Chhuriya Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerughat?
- Gerughat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gerughat?
- The pincode of Gerughat is 491558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerughat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerughat is 1,014, with 497 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Gerughat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerughat village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerughat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerughat is 52.56%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 43.91%.