Girola - Kondagaon
Girola is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Kondagaon and around 87 km from Jagdalpur. Girola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girola is 448671. The village covers a total geographical area of 781.82 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Girola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girola
As per Census 2011, Girola village has a total population of 2,292 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,152 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,318 literate and 974 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 862 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,292 | 1,140 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 161 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 438 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 780 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 360 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Girola
Girola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Satgaon | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Masora | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Badra | North | 4.85 km |
| Palari | South | 5.07 km |
| Dongarigura | South | 5.15 km |
| Neota | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Indagaon | East | 6.67 km |
| Kosagaon | North-West | 6.78 km |
| Kerawahi | North-East | 6.97 km |
| Kabonga | West | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girola
Girola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bade Arapur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Girola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Girola is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girola 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 Girola
Where is Girola located?
Girola village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girola?
Girola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girola?
The pincode of Girola is 494226.
What is the population of Girola?
Girola has a total population of 2,292, including 1,140 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Girola?
There are 478 households in Girola.
What is the literacy rate in Girola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girola is 57.50%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 46.70%.