Girenj - Theog, Shimla
Girenj is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tiyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girenj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girenj is 025240. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Girenj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girenj
According to the 2011 Census, Girenj village had a total population of 138 people, including 78 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 78.18%.
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 | 138 | 78 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Girenj
Girenj 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 Girenj
Girenj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Girenj is about 34 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 Girenj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girenj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girenj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girenj 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girenj
Where is Girenj located?
Girenj village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girenj?
The Gram Panchayat of Girenj is Tiyali.
What is the pincode of Girenj?
The pincode of Girenj is 171201.
What is the population of Girenj?
Girenj had a total population of 138, including 78 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Girenj?
Girenj had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girenj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girenj was 84.43%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 78.18%.