Geraja

Geraja is a village located in Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehgarh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Adbala is the gram panchayat of Geraja village.

Geraja has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer 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 Geraja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Geraja is 086535. The village spans a total geographical area of 2201 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345001. Jaisalmer is nearest town to Geraja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

When it comes to local governance, Geraja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Geraja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 283 150 133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 30 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 3 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 129 88 41
Illiterate Population 154 62 92

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

  • The total population of Geraja village is around 283, including approximately 150 males and 133 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Geraja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Geraja village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Geraja village is about 45.58%, with male literacy at 58.67% and female literacy at 30.83%.
  • There are around 46 households in Geraja village.

Connectivity of Geraja

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

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

Nearby Villages of Geraja

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Geraja

Where is Geraja located?
Geraja village is situated in Fatehgarh Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geraja?
The Gram Panchayat of Geraja is Adbala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Geraja?
The pincode of Geraja is 345001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Geraja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Geraja is 283, with 150 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Geraja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Geraja village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geraja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Geraja is 45.58%. The male literacy rate is 58.67%, while the female literacy rate is 30.83%.