Gerua

Gerua is a village located in Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. Chatra and Pratappur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gerua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ghordaur is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.

Gerua has its own place in the vibrant Chatra 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 Gerua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerua is 348441. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825404. Pratappur is nearest town to Gerua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gerua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 735 386 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 72 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 259 127 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 392 234 158
Illiterate Population 343 152 191

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

  • The total population of Gerua village is around 735, including approximately 386 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Gerua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerua village has 259 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerua village is about 53.33%, with male literacy at 60.62% and female literacy at 45.27%.
  • There are around 135 households in Gerua village.

Connectivity of Gerua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerua. As per the 2011 stats, Gerua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerua

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

Gara Dulibigha Karihara Ugarmacha Narainpur Lewaria Kolmalhan Ahirpurwa Karmahi Harhad Salkhua

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua

Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is situated in Pratappur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Ghordaur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerua?
The pincode of Gerua is 825404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerua is 735, with 386 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 53.33%. The male literacy rate is 60.62%, while the female literacy rate is 45.27%.