Gergedih

Gergedih is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.6km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 35.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Tentlow is the gram panchayat of Gergedih village.

Gergedih has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Gergedih

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gergedih is 331711. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Gergedih village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Gergedih

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 95 44 51
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 5 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 30 38
Literate Population 63 37 26
Illiterate Population 32 7 25

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

  • The total population of Gergedih village is around 95, including approximately 44 males and 51 females, with a sex ratio of 1159 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Gergedih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gergedih village has 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gergedih village is about 66.32%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 50.98%.
  • There are around 19 households in Gergedih village.

Connectivity of Gergedih

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gergedih. As per the 2011 stats, Gergedih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gergedih

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

Benryadi Sunidih Baghadih Chhotagado Gobindapur Salbani Baikunthapur Alias Samurdi Bhurudih Fatehpur Kadamdih Darda

Frequently Asked Questions about Gergedih

Where is Gergedih located?
Gergedih village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gergedih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gergedih is Tentlow (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gergedih?
The pincode of Gergedih is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gergedih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gergedih is 95, with 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Gergedih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gergedih village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gergedih as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gergedih is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 84.09%, while the female literacy rate is 50.98%.