Gerupara
Gerupara is a village located in Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Phiringia (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Kelapada is the gram panchayat of Gerupara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gerupara unique in its vibrant Phiringia-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Gerupara’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 Gerupara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerupara is 416403. The village spans a total geographical area of 423 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762011. Phulabani is nearest town to Gerupara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Gerupara
Population of Gerupara
According to the 2011 Census, Gerupara has a total population of about 1,163, with approximately 561 males and 602 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 305. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.35%, with male literacy at about 68.63% and female literacy near 46.84%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gerupara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,163 | 561 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 63 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 149 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 385 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 176 | 320 |
Connectivity of Gerupara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerupara. As per the 2011 stats, Gerupara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerupara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerupara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerupara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerupara
- Where is Gerupara located?
- Gerupara village is situated in Phiringia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerupara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gerupara is Kelapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gerupara?
- The pincode of Gerupara is 762011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerupara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerupara is 1,163, with 561 males and 602 females.
- How many households are there in Gerupara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerupara village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerupara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerupara is 57.35%. The male literacy rate is 68.63%, while the female literacy rate is 46.84%.