Girhola
Girhola is a village located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Girhola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girhola unique in its vibrant Dhamdha-Durg region. You’ll see Girhola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Girhola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girhola is 442514. The village spans a total geographical area of 934.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 490036. Dhamdha is nearest town to Girhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girhola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ahiwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girhola
Population of Girhola
According to the 2011 Census, Girhola has a total population of about 2,810, with approximately 1,383 males and 1,427 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 436 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,836 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.10%, with male literacy at about 69.70% and female literacy near 54.73%. There are around 546 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girhola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,810 | 1,383 | 1,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 225 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,836 | 897 | 939 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 964 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 419 | 646 |
Connectivity of Girhola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girhola. As per the 2011 stats, Girhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girhola
Knowing the nearby villages of Girhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girhola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girhola
- Where is Girhola located?
- Girhola village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girhola?
- Girhola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Girhola?
- The pincode of Girhola is 490036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girhola is 2,810, with 1,383 males and 1,427 females.
- How many households are there in Girhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girhola village has a total of 546 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girhola is 62.10%. The male literacy rate is 69.70%, while the female literacy rate is 54.73%.