Giriya

Giriya is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jajawal is the gram panchayat of Giriya village.

Giriya has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Giriya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Giriya is 432213. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Giriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Giriya

Below is a concise population overview of Giriya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 275 139 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 23 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 206 101 105
Literate Population 100 62 38
Illiterate Population 175 77 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Giriya village:

  • The total population of Giriya village is around 275, including approximately 139 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Giriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Giriya village has 206 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Giriya village is about 36.36%, with male literacy at 44.60% and female literacy at 27.94%.
  • There are around 65 households in Giriya village.

Connectivity of Giriya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Giriya. As per the 2011 stats, Giriya 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Giriya

Knowing the nearby villages of Giriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Giriya.

Rampur Pahad Karwa Nawadhakki Gorgi Jajawal Anjani Deori Pakni Parmeshwarpur Hariharpur Singri

Frequently Asked Questions about Giriya

Where is Giriya located?
Giriya village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Giriya is Jajawal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Giriya?
The pincode of Giriya is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Giriya is 275, with 139 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Giriya village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Giriya is 36.36%. The male literacy rate is 44.60%, while the female literacy rate is 27.94%.