Gerapaju

Gerapaju is a village located in Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dasapalla (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Nayagarh . As per 2009 stats, Pokharigochha is the gram panchayat of Gerapaju village.

Gerapaju has its own place in the vibrant Nayagarh 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 Gerapaju

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerapaju is 405562. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752091. Nayagarh is nearest town to Gerapaju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Gerapaju

Below is a concise population overview of Gerapaju as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 43 19 24
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 3 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 19 24
Literate Population 23 14 9
Illiterate Population 20 5 15

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gerapaju village:

  • The total population of Gerapaju village is around 43, including approximately 19 males and 24 females, with a sex ratio of 1263 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Gerapaju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerapaju village has 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gerapaju village is about 53.49%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 37.50%.
  • There are around 9 households in Gerapaju village.

Connectivity of Gerapaju

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerapaju. As per the 2011 stats, Gerapaju had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerapaju

Knowing the nearby villages of Gerapaju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerapaju.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gerapaju

Where is Gerapaju located?
Gerapaju village is situated in Dasapalla Tehsil, within the Nayagarh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerapaju is Pokharigochha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerapaju?
The pincode of Gerapaju is 752091, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerapaju is 43, with 19 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gerapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerapaju village has a total of 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerapaju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerapaju is 53.49%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.