Kerua
Kerua is a village located in Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bhitarwar (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Gwalior. As per 2009 stats, Keruaa is the gram panchayat of Kerua village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerua unique in its vibrant Bhitarwar-Gwalior region. You’ll see Kerua’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 Kerua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerua is 454257. The village spans a total geographical area of 2229.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 475220. Bhitarwar is nearest town to Kerua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Kerua
Population of Kerua
According to the 2011 Census, Kerua has a total population of about 3,737, with approximately 1,974 males and 1,763 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 641 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,254 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.66%, with male literacy at about 60.28% and female literacy near 44.13%. There are around 742 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,737 | 1,974 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 348 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,254 | 662 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,968 | 1,190 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 784 | 985 |
Connectivity of Kerua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerua. As per the 2011 stats, Kerua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerua
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerua
- Where is Kerua located?
- Kerua village is situated in Bhitarwar Tehsil, within the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerua is Keruaa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerua?
- The pincode of Kerua is 475220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerua is 3,737, with 1,974 males and 1,763 females.
- How many households are there in Kerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerua village has a total of 742 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerua is 52.66%. The male literacy rate is 60.28%, while the female literacy rate is 44.13%.