Cherua - Gola, Gorakhpur
Cherua is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rampur Baghaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherua is 187895. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.92 hectares and falls under the 273412 pincode. Gola is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Cherua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cherua
As per Census 2011, Cherua village has a total population of 91 people, consisting of 47 males and 44 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Cherua
Cherua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Sahderwa | South-West | 0.70 km |
| Rampur Baghaura | West | 1.03 km |
| Pidrahi | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Rampur Pandey | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Loharapar | South | 1.36 km |
| Gajahara | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Ujjarpar | North | 1.63 km |
| Sihaeejpar | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 1.93 km |
| Gaurpar | South-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cherua. The nearest railway station is Barhaj Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gola to Cherua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Cherua is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cherua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cherua
Where is Cherua located?
Cherua village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherua?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherua is Rampur Baghaura.
What is the pincode of Cherua?
The pincode of Cherua is 273412.
What is the population of Cherua?
Cherua has a total population of 91, including 47 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Cherua?
There are 17 households in Cherua.
What is the literacy rate in Cherua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherua is 73.63%. Male literacy is 78.72% and female literacy is 68.18%.