Gerota - Nagarfort, Tonk
Gerota is a village situated in the Nagarfort tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Deoli and around 40 km from Tonk. Ram Sagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerota is 093439. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 304026 pincode. Tonk is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gerota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerota
According to the 2011 Census, Gerota village had a total population of 445 people, including 227 males and 218 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.31%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 32.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 227 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 156 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 71 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Gerota
Gerota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripura | East | 1.73 km |
| Maharaj Kanwarpura | South | 2.09 km |
| Bhanwar Kho | North | 2.22 km |
| Bahadurganj | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Geroti | West | 2.63 km |
| Bahalri | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Phoolsagar | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Nasirpura | North | 3.67 km |
| Ramsagar | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Heerapura | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gerota
Gerota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sureli, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tonk to Gerota is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gerota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gerota
Where is Gerota located?
Gerota village is located in Nagarfort Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gerota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerota is Ram Sagar.
What is the pincode of Gerota?
The pincode of Gerota is 304026.
What is the population of Gerota?
Gerota had a total population of 445, including 227 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Gerota?
Gerota had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerota was 58.31%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 32.04%.