Girnara - Kaprada, Valsad
Girnara is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Girnara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girnara is 523576. The village covers a total geographical area of 1354.09 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Girnara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girnara
According to the 2011 Census, Girnara village had a total population of 3,082 people, including 1,531 males and 1,551 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.34%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 34.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,975.
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 | 3,082 | 1,531 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 307 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,975 | 1,479 | 1,496 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 544 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,110 | 987 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Girnara
Girnara 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 Girnara
Girnara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Girnara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Girnara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girnara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girnara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Girnara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girnara 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girnara
Where is Girnara located?
Girnara village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girnara?
Girnara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girnara?
The pincode of Girnara is 396067.
What is the population of Girnara?
Girnara had a total population of 3,082, including 1,531 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Girnara?
Girnara had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girnara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girnara was 39.34%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 34.32%.