Gerenda - Torpa, Khunti
Gerenda is a village situated in the Torpa subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. Sundari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerenda is 374904. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Gerenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gerenda
According to the 2011 Census, Gerenda village had a total population of 79 people, including 35 males and 44 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gerenda
Gerenda 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 Gerenda
Gerenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Gerenda is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gerenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gerenda
Where is Gerenda located?
Gerenda village is located in Torpa Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gerenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerenda is Sundari.
What is the pincode of Gerenda?
The pincode of Gerenda is 835210.
What is the population of Gerenda?
Gerenda had a total population of 79, including 35 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Gerenda?
Gerenda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerenda was 70.00%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 64.10%.