Gerasury - Chawngte, Lawngtlai
Gerasury is a village situated in the Chawngte subdivision of Lawngtlai district, Mizoram. It is located approximately 154 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chawngte and around 151 km from the district headquarters in Lawngtlai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerasury is 271671. The village falls under the 796770 pincode. Chawngte is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gerasury village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tuichawng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mizoram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerasury
According to the 2011 Census, Gerasury village had a total population of 199 people, including 99 males and 100 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 55.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 67 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 32 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Gerasury
Gerasury is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gerasury
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gerasury.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chawngte to Gerasury is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Lawngtlai to Gerasury is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerasury
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerasury 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 Gerasury
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerasury 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 Gerasury
Where is Gerasury located?
Gerasury village is located in Chawngte Subdivision, Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, India.
What is the pincode of Gerasury?
The pincode of Gerasury is 796770.
What is the population of Gerasury?
Gerasury had a total population of 199, including 99 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Gerasury?
Gerasury had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerasury?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerasury was 70.97%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 55.84%.