Girwarganj - Balrampur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Girwarganj is a village situated in the Balrampur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Balrampur and around 90 km from Ambikapur. Girwarganj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girwarganj is 431954. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.5 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Girwarganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girwarganj
As per Census 2011, Girwarganj village has a total population of 1,138 people, consisting of 580 males and 558 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girwarganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 580 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 552 | 539 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 241 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 339 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Girwarganj
Girwarganj 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 Girwarganj
Girwarganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balrampur to Girwarganj is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Girwarganj is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girwarganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girwarganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girwarganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girwarganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Girwarganj
Where is Girwarganj located?
Girwarganj village is located in Balrampur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girwarganj?
Girwarganj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girwarganj?
The pincode of Girwarganj is 497119.
What is the population of Girwarganj?
Girwarganj has a total population of 1,138, including 580 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Girwarganj?
There are 219 households in Girwarganj.
What is the literacy rate in Girwarganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girwarganj is 32.95%. Male literacy is 41.55% and female literacy is 24.01%.