Gera
Gera is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gera unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gera’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 Gera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gera is 031262. The village spans a total geographical area of 384 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Gera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gera
Population of Gera
According to the 2011 Census, Gera has a total population of about 2,888, with approximately 1,454 males and 1,434 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 682 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.41%, with male literacy at about 76.62% and female literacy near 70.15%. There are around 550 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,888 | 1,454 | 1,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 168 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 333 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,120 | 1,114 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 340 | 428 |
Connectivity of Gera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gera. As per the 2011 stats, Gera 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 Gera
Knowing the nearby villages of Gera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gera
- Where is Gera located?
- Gera village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gera?
- Gera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gera?
- The pincode of Gera is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gera is 2,888, with 1,454 males and 1,434 females.
- How many households are there in Gera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gera village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gera is 73.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.62%, while the female literacy rate is 70.15%.