Giru
Giru is a village located in Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Awaintipora (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Pulwama. As per 2009 stats, Noorpora I is the gram panchayat of Giru village.
Giru has its own place in the vibrant Pulwama region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Giru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Giru is 002999. The village spans a total geographical area of 722.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192122. Awantipora is nearest town to Giru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Giru
Population of Giru
Below is a concise population overview of Giru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 5,674 | 2,924 | 2,750 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 429 | 361 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
Literate Population | 3,372 | 1,957 | 1,415 |
Illiterate Population | 2,302 | 967 | 1,335 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Giru village:
- The total population of Giru village is around 5,674, including approximately 2,924 males and 2,750 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 790 children aged 0–6 years in Giru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Giru village has 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Giru village is about 59.43%, with male literacy at 66.93% and female literacy at 51.45%.
- There are around 962 households in Giru village.
Connectivity of Giru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Giru. As per the 2011 stats, Giru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Giru
Knowing the nearby villages of Giru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Giru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Giru
- Where is Giru located?
- Giru village is situated in Awantipora Tehsil, within the Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Giru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Giru is Noorpora I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Giru?
- The pincode of Giru is 192122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Giru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Giru is 5,674, with 2,924 males and 2,750 females.
- How many households are there in Giru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Giru village has a total of 962 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Giru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Giru is 59.43%. The male literacy rate is 66.93%, while the female literacy rate is 51.45%.