Kerua - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Kerua is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Keruaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerua is 454257. The village covers a total geographical area of 2229.2 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kerua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerua
As per Census 2011, Kerua village has a total population of 3,737 people, consisting of 1,974 males and 1,763 females. The village has 742 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,968 literate and 1,769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerua are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kerua
Kerua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur Sani | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Gohinda | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Deogarh | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Isepur | West | 4.11 km |
| Karangarh | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Dadumar | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Bamroul(bamrol-81) | East | 4.25 km |
| Hateda | South | 4.52 km |
| Baroda | South | 4.62 km |
| Mihawara | South-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerua
Kerua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dabra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhitarwar to Kerua is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Kerua is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kerua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kerua
Where is Kerua located?
Kerua village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerua is Keruaa.
What is the pincode of Kerua?
The pincode of Kerua is 475220.
What is the population of Kerua?
Kerua has a total population of 3,737, including 1,974 males and 1,763 females.
How many households are there in Kerua?
There are 742 households in Kerua.
What is the literacy rate in Kerua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerua is 52.66%. Male literacy is 60.28% and female literacy is 44.13%.