Gerua
Gerua is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hantarganj (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Gerua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gerua unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra region. You’ll see Gerua’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 Gerua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerua is 348030. The village spans a total geographical area of 363 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825420. Chatra is nearest town to Gerua village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gerua
Population of Gerua
According to the 2011 Census, Gerua has a total population of about 2,838, with approximately 1,492 males and 1,346 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 528 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 759 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.26%, with male literacy at about 57.31% and female literacy near 46.66%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gerua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,838 | 1,492 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 284 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 373 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 855 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 637 | 718 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua
- Where is Gerua located?
- Gerua village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
- Gerua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gerua?
- The pincode of Gerua is 825420, 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 2,838, with 1,492 males and 1,346 females.
- How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 52.26%. The male literacy rate is 57.31%, while the female literacy rate is 46.66%.