Giriak
Giriak is a Town and Subdivision in Nalanda District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Giriak Block (CD) is 01396. The total area of Giriak Subdivision is 80 km². Giriak has a sex ratio of approximately 932 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Giriak Subdivision
Giriak Subdivision has a total of 44 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Giriak Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adampur | Adampur | Biharsharif (21 km) |
| 2 | Bakra | Chorsua | Biharsharif (12 km) |
| 3 | Barhaita | Adampur | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 4 | Chorsua | Chorsua | Biharsharif (12 km) |
| 5 | Daktar English | Giriyak | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 6 | Dasrathpur | Durgapur | Biharsharif (16 km) |
| 7 | Dhobi Bigha | Puraini | Giriak |
| 8 | Durgapur | Durgapur | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 9 | Gazipur | Gajipur | Biharsharif (24 km) |
| 10 | Ghora Katora | Giriyak | Biharsharif (19 km) |
| 11 | Ghorahi | Giriyak | Biharsharif (17 km) |
| 12 | Ghosrawan | Ghosrawan | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 13 | Giriak Bahbolpur | Giriyak | Biharsharif (19 km) |
| 14 | Haibatpur | Puraini | Nawada (16 km) |
| 15 | Hasanpur | Puraini | Nawada (15 km) |
| 16 | Isua | Pyarepur | Biharsharif (16 km) |
| 17 | Jalalpur | Puraini | Nawada (17 km) |
| 18 | Kairua | Gajipur | Biharsharif (19 km) |
| 19 | Kandopur | Adampur | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 20 | Kasuchak | Raitar | Giriak |
| 21 | Katauna | Adampur | Nawada (17 km) |
| 22 | Khanpur | Puraini | Nawada (16 km) |
| 23 | Lakkha Chak | Gajipur | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 24 | Mahatpura | Puraini | Nawada (15 km) |
| 25 | Mahila | Gajipur | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 26 | Manpur | Puraini | Nawada (18 km) |
| 27 | Markata | Pyarepur | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 28 | Mohammadpur | Raitar | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 29 | Nasirpur | Puraini | Giriak |
| 30 | Palhauwa | Puraini | Nawada (18 km) |
| 31 | Pearepur | Pyarepur | Biharsharif (19 km) |
| 32 | Pearepur Arazi | Pyarepur | Giriak |
| 33 | Pokharpur | Pokharpur | Biharsharif (13 km) |
| 34 | Puraini | Puraini | Nawada (18 km) |
| 35 | Puri | Pokharpur | Biharsharif (14 km) |
| 36 | Raitar | Raitar | Biharsharif (18 km) |
| 37 | Rupaspur | Pyarepur | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 38 | Saidpur | Puraini | Nawada (15 km) |
| 39 | Saindih | Ghosrawan | Biharsharif (22 km) |
| 40 | Sakuchi | Gajipur | Biharsharif (26 km) |
| 41 | Satauwa | Adampur | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 42 | Sikandara Kalan | Puraini | Biharsharif (20 km) |
| 43 | Takhat Rauza | Puraini | Nawada (15 km) |
| 44 | Tarokhar | Raitar | Biharsharif (25 km) |
Population of Giriak Subdivision
The population profile of Giriak Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Giriak Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96,845 | 96,845 | N/A |
| Male Population | 50,124 | 50,124 | N/A |
| Female Population | 46,721 | 46,721 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,959 | 17,959 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,318 | 9,318 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,641 | 8,641 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 48,123 | 48,123 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 29,198 | 29,198 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 18,925 | 18,925 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 48,722 | 48,722 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 20,926 | 20,926 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 27,796 | 27,796 | N/A |
| Total Households | 15,584 | 15,584 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 96,845 people. Includes nearly 50,124 males and 46,721 females. Rural population is about 96,845 people.
- There are around 17,959 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,318 boys and 8,641 girls.
- Literate population is about 48,123 people. Non-literate population is around 48,722 people.
- There are nearly 15,584 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Giriak Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 22,152 | 22,152 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 11,317 | 11,317 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 10,835 | 10,835 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 93 | 93 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 50 | 50 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 43 | 43 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,205 / km² | 1,205 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Giriak Subdivision is approximately 22,152 people, including 11,317 males and 10,835 females. Around 22,152 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Giriak Subdivision is about 93 people, including 50 males and 43 females. Around 93 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,205 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,205 people per sq. km.