Gerui - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gerui is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Gerui village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerui is 503472. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.38 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gerui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerui
As per Census 2011, Gerui village has a total population of 1,356 people, consisting of 646 males and 710 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 646 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 140 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,292 | 620 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 291 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 355 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Gerui
Gerui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulkhan Kalan | South | 3.36 km |
| Duara | North | 3.39 km |
| Lalmati | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Sulkhan Khurd | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Khamaniya (khamhaniya) | East | 4.26 km |
| Kolhawa | North | 4.31 km |
| Naugai (chitrangi) | West | 4.61 km |
| Suda | East | 4.89 km |
| Bagdara Khurd | North | 5.43 km |
| Chitrangi | West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gerui
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gerui. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Gerui is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gerui is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gerui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gerui
Where is Gerui located?
Gerui village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerui?
Gerui is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gerui?
The pincode of Gerui is 486882.
What is the population of Gerui?
Gerui has a total population of 1,356, including 646 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Gerui?
There are 279 households in Gerui.
What is the literacy rate in Gerui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerui is 41.00%. Male literacy is 45.05% and female literacy is 37.32%.