Gerur

Gerur is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gerud is the gram panchayat of Gerur village.

Gerur has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 Gerur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerur is 041680. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246481. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Gerur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.

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Population of Gerur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 387 200 187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 45 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 86 46 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 255 142 113
Illiterate Population 132 58 74

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

  • The total population of Gerur village is around 387, including approximately 200 males and 187 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Gerur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerur village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gerur village is about 65.89%, with male literacy at 71.00% and female literacy at 60.43%.
  • There are around 87 households in Gerur village.

Connectivity of Gerur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerur. As per the 2011 stats, Gerur 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 Gerur

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

Kera Dungri Darmola Chak Dungri Ruisan Bunga Laga Gopatyana Kolpudi Bursol Ratgaon Goonth Ratgaon Chak Hari Nagar Urf Laital Gumad Laga Gerud

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerur

Where is Gerur located?
Gerur village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerur is Gerud (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerur?
The pincode of Gerur is 246481, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerur is 387, with 200 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Gerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerur village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerur is 65.89%. The male literacy rate is 71.00%, while the female literacy rate is 60.43%.