Girnia

Girnia is a village located in Gande subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gandey (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Dokidih is the gram panchayat of Girnia village.

Here you can discover what makes Girnia unique in its vibrant Gande-Giridih region. You’ll see Girnia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Girnia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girnia is 351858. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Giridih is nearest town to Girnia village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Girnia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Girnia

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Girnia

According to the 2011 Census, Girnia has a total population of about 737, with approximately 388 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.16%, with male literacy at about 71.13% and female literacy near 45.85%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girnia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 737 388 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 87 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 1 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 436 276 160
Illiterate Population 301 112 189

Connectivity of Girnia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girnia. As per the 2011 stats, Girnia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Girnia

Knowing the nearby villages of Girnia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girnia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Girnia

Where is Girnia located?
Girnia village is situated in Gande Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Girnia is Dokidih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Girnia?
The pincode of Girnia is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Girnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girnia is 737, with 388 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Girnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Girnia village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girnia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girnia is 59.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.13%, while the female literacy rate is 45.85%.