Gerua

Gerua is a village located in Bishrampur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bishrampur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Guri is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.

Gerua has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 365789. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822124. Dhaltenganj 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 188 85 103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 18 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 72 88
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 70 35 35
Illiterate Population 118 50 68

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

  • The total population of Gerua village is around 188, including approximately 85 males and 103 females, with a sex ratio of 1211 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Gerua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerua village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerua village is about 37.23%, with male literacy at 41.18% and female literacy at 33.98%.
  • There are around 41 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua

Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is situated in Bishrampur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Guri (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 822124, 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 188, with 85 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 37.23%. The male literacy rate is 41.18%, while the female literacy rate is 33.98%.