Girda - Jalalgarh, Purnia
Girda is a village situated in the Jalalgarh subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalgarh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Hasi Begam Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girda is 223675. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 854327 pincode. Kasba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Girda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girda
According to the 2011 Census, Girda village had a total population of 742 people, including 383 males and 359 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 49.64% and female literacy at 33.46%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 383 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 109 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 136 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 247 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Girda
Girda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girda
Girda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Girda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasba to Girda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Girda is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girda
Where is Girda located?
Girda village is located in Jalalgarh Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girda?
The Gram Panchayat of Girda is Hasi Begam Pur.
What is the pincode of Girda?
The pincode of Girda is 854327.
What is the population of Girda?
Girda had a total population of 742, including 383 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Girda?
Girda had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girda was 41.67%. Male literacy was 49.64% and female literacy was 33.46%.