Gerua
Gerua is a village located in Boram subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Boram (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Bota is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.
Here you can discover what makes Gerua unique in its vibrant Boram-Purbi Singhbhum 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 363317. The village spans a total geographical area of 493 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832105. Jamshedpur 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 607, with approximately 309 males and 298 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.09%, with male literacy at about 56.63% and female literacy near 41.28%. There are around 141 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 | 607 | 309 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 175 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 134 | 175 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua
- Where is Gerua located?
- Gerua village is situated in Boram Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Bota (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 832105, 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 607, with 309 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 49.09%. The male literacy rate is 56.63%, while the female literacy rate is 41.28%.