Girhola
Girhola is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Girhola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girhola unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 447438. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Charama is nearest town to Girhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker 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 1,070, with approximately 532 males and 538 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 323. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.21%, with male literacy at about 80.45% and female literacy near 62.08%. There are around 256 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 | 1,070 | 532 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 154 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 428 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 104 | 204 |
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 <5 km distance |
| 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 Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 494337, 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 1,070, with 532 males and 538 females.
- How many households are there in Girhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girhola village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girhola is 71.21%. The male literacy rate is 80.45%, while the female literacy rate is 62.08%.