Girad - Dharwala, Chamba
Girad is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Chamba. Khundel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girad is 007894. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.62 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Girad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girad
According to the 2011 Census, Girad village had a total population of 90 people, including 47 males and 43 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.33%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 42.11%.
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 | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Girad
Girad 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 Girad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Girad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Girad is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girad 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Girad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girad
Where is Girad located?
Girad village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girad?
The Gram Panchayat of Girad is Khundel.
What is the pincode of Girad?
The pincode of Girad is 176311.
What is the population of Girad?
Girad had a total population of 90, including 47 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Girad?
Girad had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girad was 57.33%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 42.11%.