Gerur - Tharali, Chamoli
Gerur is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Gerud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerur is 041680. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.03 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Gerur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gerur
According to the 2011 Census, Gerur village had a total population of 387 people, including 200 males and 187 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 387 | 200 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 58 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Gerur
Gerur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gerur
Gerur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Gerur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gerur is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerur 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 Gerur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gerur
Where is Gerur located?
Gerur village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gerur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerur is Gerud.
What is the pincode of Gerur?
The pincode of Gerur is 246481.
What is the population of Gerur?
Gerur had a total population of 387, including 200 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Gerur?
Gerur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerur was 79.69%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 68.48%.