Gerkhedi
About Gerkhedi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gerkhedi village is 473051. Gerkhedi village is located in Shujalpur tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shujalpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Gerkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 482.93 hectares. Gerkhedi has a total population of 1,517 peoples, out of which male population is 778 while female population is 739. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gerkhedi village is 61.24% out of which 72.37% males and 49.53% females are literate. There are about 254 houses in gerkhedi village.
Shujalpur is nearest town to gerkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Gerkhedi
The population details of Gerkhedi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 778 | 739 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 929 | 563 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 215 | 373 |
Connectivity of Gerkhedi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gerkhedi
Where is Gerkhedi located?
Gerkhedi village is situated in Shujalpur Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerkhedi?
Gerkhedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gerkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerkhedi is 1,517, with 778 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Gerkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerkhedi village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerkhedi is 61.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.37%, while the female literacy rate is 49.53%.