Giru - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Giru is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giru is 376989. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.53 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Giru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giru
As per Census 2011, Giru village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 147 males and 150 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 147 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 99 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 48 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Giru
Giru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birkel | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Gudri | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Roro | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Tumrung | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kamargaon | West | 2.55 km |
| Jarakel | East | 2.64 km |
| Rajgaon | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Burunruring | North | 3.15 km |
| Kichinda | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Bhur | North-West | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giru
Giru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Giru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Giru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giru 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Giru
Where is Giru located?
Giru village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giru?
The Gram Panchayat of Giru is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Giru?
The pincode of Giru is 833201.
What is the population of Giru?
Giru has a total population of 297, including 147 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Giru?
There are 63 households in Giru.
What is the literacy rate in Giru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giru is 48.82%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 30.67%.