Gerul

Gerul is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Gerul village. As per 2009 stats, Ganguria is the gram panchayat of Gerul village.

Gerul has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Gerul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerul is 311701. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733125. Gangarampur is nearest town to Gerul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gerul

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 443 220 223
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 30 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 436 217 219
Literate Population 149 94 55
Illiterate Population 294 126 168

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

  • The total population of Gerul village is around 443, including approximately 220 males and 223 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Gerul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerul village has 436 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gerul village is about 33.63%, with male literacy at 42.73% and female literacy at 24.66%.
  • There are around 99 households in Gerul village.

Connectivity of Gerul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerul. As per the 2011 stats, Gerul 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerul

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

Kesharghata Barabari Rejatpur Paharpur Amilas Deogaon Rajapur Mirahati Dakshin Gopalpur Kandarpur Ranipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerul

Where is Gerul located?
Gerul village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerul is Ganguria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerul?
The pincode of Gerul is 733125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerul is 443, with 220 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Gerul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerul village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerul is 33.63%. The male literacy rate is 42.73%, while the female literacy rate is 24.66%.