Giriawan

Giriawan is a village located in Falka subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Falka (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bharsia is the gram panchayat of Giriawan village.

Giriawan has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Giriawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Giriawan is 224308. The village spans a total geographical area of 39 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Giriawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Giriawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 396 209 187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 36 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 45 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 191 112 79
Illiterate Population 205 97 108

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

  • The total population of Giriawan village is around 396, including approximately 209 males and 187 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Giriawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Giriawan village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Giriawan village is about 48.23%, with male literacy at 53.59% and female literacy at 42.25%.
  • There are around 82 households in Giriawan village.

Connectivity of Giriawan

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

Nearby Villages of Giriawan

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

Basaili Musapur Maheshpur Salehpur Salehpur Milik Giriawan Bharsia Amol Hathwara

Frequently Asked Questions about Giriawan

Where is Giriawan located?
Giriawan village is situated in Falka Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giriawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Giriawan is Bharsia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Giriawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Giriawan is 396, with 209 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Giriawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Giriawan village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giriawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Giriawan is 48.23%. The male literacy rate is 53.59%, while the female literacy rate is 42.25%.