Gerita - Vijapur, Mahesana
Gerita is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Gerita village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerita is 509421. The village covers a total geographical area of 1447.74 hectares and falls under the 384520 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gerita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gerita
According to the 2011 Census, Gerita village had a total population of 4,282 people, including 2,227 males and 2,055 females, living in 954 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 87.53% and female literacy at 69.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,282 | 2,227 | 2,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 254 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,000 | 1,727 | 1,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 500 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Gerita
Gerita is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gerita
Public transport in the Gerita is mainly available through bus services. Gerita has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Gerita is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Gerita is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gerita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gerita
Where is Gerita located?
Gerita village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerita?
Gerita is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gerita?
The pincode of Gerita is 384520.
What is the population of Gerita?
Gerita had a total population of 4,282, including 2,227 males and 2,055 females.
How many households are there in Gerita?
Gerita had 954 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerita was 78.72%. Male literacy was 87.53% and female literacy was 69.26%.