Gerua
Gerua is a village located in Lalganj tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lalganj (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Turkha is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.
Here you can discover what makes Gerua unique in its vibrant Lalganj-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Gerua’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 Gerua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerua is 211750. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231211. Mirzapur is nearest town to Gerua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Gerua
Population of Gerua
According to the 2011 Census, Gerua has a total population of about 1,187, with approximately 626 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 562 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 45.41%, with male literacy at about 52.72% and female literacy near 37.25%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gerua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 626 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 133 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 294 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 539 | 330 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 296 | 352 |
Connectivity of Gerua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerua. As per the 2011 stats, Gerua 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gerua
Knowing the nearby villages of Gerua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gerua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua
- Where is Gerua located?
- Gerua village is situated in Lalganj Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Turkha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gerua?
- The pincode of Gerua is 231211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerua is 1,187, with 626 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 45.41%. The male literacy rate is 52.72%, while the female literacy rate is 37.25%.