Gersa
Gersa is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Gersa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gersa unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Gersa’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 Gersa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gersa is 433475. The village spans a total geographical area of 1300.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497111. Sitapur is nearest town to Gersa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gersa
Population of Gersa
According to the 2011 Census, Gersa has a total population of about 2,904, with approximately 1,461 males and 1,443 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 407 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 144 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,386. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.49%, with male literacy at about 54.76% and female literacy near 34.10%. There are around 580 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gersa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,904 | 1,461 | 1,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 207 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,386 | 1,172 | 1,214 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 800 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,612 | 661 | 951 |
Connectivity of Gersa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gersa. As per the 2011 stats, Gersa 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 Gersa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gersa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gersa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gersa
- Where is Gersa located?
- Gersa village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gersa?
- Gersa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gersa?
- The pincode of Gersa is 497111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gersa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gersa is 2,904, with 1,461 males and 1,443 females.
- How many households are there in Gersa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gersa village has a total of 580 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gersa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gersa is 44.49%. The male literacy rate is 54.76%, while the female literacy rate is 34.10%.