Girsa - Bhatgaon, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Girsa is a village situated in the Bhatgaon tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Bilaigarh and around 165 km from Raipur. Girsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girsa is 444334. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.05 hectares and falls under the 493222 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Girsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girsa
According to the 2011 Census, Girsa village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 651 males and 665 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.26%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 48.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274.
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 | 1,316 | 651 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 414 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 237 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Girsa
Girsa 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 Girsa
Girsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhatgaon to Girsa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Girsa is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girsa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girsa
Where is Girsa located?
Girsa village is located in Bhatgaon Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girsa?
Girsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girsa?
The pincode of Girsa is 493222.
What is the population of Girsa?
Girsa had a total population of 1,316, including 651 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Girsa?
Girsa had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girsa was 61.26%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 48.50%.