Gerenja
Gerenja is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Chetag is the gram panchayat of Gerenja village.
Here you can discover what makes Gerenja unique in its vibrant Balumath-Latehar region. You’ll see Gerenja’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 Gerenja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerenja is 367403. The village spans a total geographical area of 642.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822107. Balumath is nearest town to Gerenja village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gerenja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gerenja
Population of Gerenja
According to the 2011 Census, Gerenja has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 619 males and 607 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 627. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.76%, with male literacy at about 57.84% and female literacy near 33.44%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gerenja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 619 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 194 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 315 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 358 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 261 | 404 |
Connectivity of Gerenja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerenja. As per the 2011 stats, Gerenja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerenja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerenja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerenja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerenja
- Where is Gerenja located?
- Gerenja village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerenja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gerenja is Chetag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gerenja?
- The pincode of Gerenja is 822107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerenja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerenja is 1,226, with 619 males and 607 females.
- How many households are there in Gerenja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerenja village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerenja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerenja is 45.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.84%, while the female literacy rate is 33.44%.