Cherue - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Cherue is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Cherue village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherue is 213989. The village covers a total geographical area of 2798.67 hectares and falls under the 231206 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Cherue village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Cherue
As per Census 2011, Cherue village has a total population of 2,184 people, consisting of 1,142 males and 1,042 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 868 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherue are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,142 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 252 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,245 | 655 | 590 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 553 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 589 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Cherue
Cherue 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laua | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Palhari | East | 4.50 km |
| Baghama | West | 4.66 km |
| Bahera | North | 4.96 km |
| Muraila | East | 4.96 km |
| Markuri | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Rudawali | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Pokhraund | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Sashnai | South-East | 6.23 km |
| Makarivari | North-West | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherue
Public transport in the Cherue is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Cherue is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Cherue is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherue
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherue 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 Cherue
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherue village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Cherue
Where is Cherue located?
Cherue village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherue?
Cherue is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cherue?
The pincode of Cherue is 231206.
What is the population of Cherue?
Cherue has a total population of 2,184, including 1,142 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Cherue?
There are 392 households in Cherue.
What is the literacy rate in Cherue?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherue is 39.74%. Male literacy is 48.42% and female literacy is 30.23%.