Gerua

Gerua is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.3km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Gerua village. As per 2009 stats, Chakulia is the gram panchayat of Gerua village.

Gerua has its own place in the vibrant Uttar 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 Gerua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerua is 309211. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733211. Kishanganj is nearest town to Gerua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Gerua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,818 915 903
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 362 178 184
Scheduled Castes (SC) 93 52 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 480 278 202
Illiterate Population 1,338 637 701

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

  • The total population of Gerua village is around 1,818, including approximately 915 males and 903 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 362 children aged 0–6 years in Gerua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerua village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerua village is about 26.40%, with male literacy at 30.38% and female literacy at 22.37%.
  • There are around 338 households in Gerua village.

Connectivity of Gerua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerua. As per the 2011 stats, Gerua 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerua

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

Paschim Bannari Patna Lohakrnchi Ladhi Maliga0n Uttar Shahapur Lohagachhi Khamar Pokhar Satmeri Uttar Rampur Belan

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerua

Where is Gerua located?
Gerua village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerua is Chakulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerua?
The pincode of Gerua is 733211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerua is 1,818, with 915 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerua village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerua is 26.40%. The male literacy rate is 30.38%, while the female literacy rate is 22.37%.