Girawar - Maham, Rohtak
Girawar is a village situated in the Maham tehsil of Rohtak district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maham and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rohtak. Gorawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girawar is 061581. The village covers a total geographical area of 1781 hectares and falls under the 124111 pincode. Maham is the nearest town.
Girawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rohtak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girawar
According to the 2011 Census, Girawar village had a total population of 7,927 people, including 4,328 males and 3,599 females, living in 1,459 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 80.03% and female literacy at 61.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,463.
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 | 7,927 | 4,328 | 3,599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,102 | 608 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,463 | 780 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,884 | 2,977 | 1,907 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,043 | 1,351 | 1,692 |
Nearby Villages of Girawar
Girawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nindana | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Kharainti | North | 3.12 km |
| Bhagwatipur | East | 5.31 km |
| Samargopalpur | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Chandi | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Madina Korsan | South | 5.95 km |
| Lakhanmajra | North | 6.76 km |
| Bharan | South-West | 7.13 km |
| Ghrauthi | North-East | 8.25 km |
| Nindana | West | 8.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girawar
Girawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karainthi, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rohtak to Girawar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girawar
Where is Girawar located?
Girawar village is located in Maham Tehsil, Rohtak district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Girawar is Gorawar.
What is the pincode of Girawar?
The pincode of Girawar is 124111.
What is the population of Girawar?
Girawar had a total population of 7,927, including 4,328 males and 3,599 females.
How many households are there in Girawar?
Girawar had 1,459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girawar was 71.56%. Male literacy was 80.03% and female literacy was 61.42%.