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.

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 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.

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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 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

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

  • The total population of Gerua village is around 2,838, including approximately 1,492 males and 1,346 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 528 children aged 0–6 years in Gerua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerua village has 759 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerua village is about 52.26%, with male literacy at 57.31% and female literacy at 46.66%.
  • There are around 467 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 - 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.

Salaiya Kharanti Jauwadohar Karmahi Ekauna Kusmahi Bharari Phulwaria Jabra Banka Sonbarsa

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%.