Girhola - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Girhola is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Girhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girhola is 447438. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.8 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Girhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girhola
According to the 2011 Census, Girhola village had a total population of 1,070 people, including 532 males and 538 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 70.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 1,070 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Girhola
Girhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charbhatha | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Kandel | North | 1.65 km |
| Ukari | West | 1.92 km |
| Dargahan | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Awari | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bargari | South | 2.29 km |
| Mudkhusara | North | 2.96 km |
| Mahud | North | 3.08 km |
| Telguda | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Karrajaisa | South-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girhola
Girhola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Girhola is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Girhola is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Girhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Girhola
Where is Girhola located?
Girhola village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girhola?
Girhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girhola?
The pincode of Girhola is 494337.
What is the population of Girhola?
Girhola had a total population of 1,070, including 532 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Girhola?
Girhola had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girhola was 80.30%. Male literacy was 90.30% and female literacy was 70.32%.