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.
Gerupara has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gerupara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gerupara village:
- The total population of Gerupara village is around 1,163, including approximately 561 males and 602 females, with a sex ratio of 1073 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Gerupara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gerupara village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 305 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gerupara village is about 57.35%, with male literacy at 68.63% and female literacy at 46.84%.
- There are around 311 households in Gerupara village.
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%.