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
According to the 2011 Census, Giru village had a total population of 297 people, including 147 males and 150 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 37.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 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 had a total population of 297, including 147 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Giru?
Giru had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giru was 58.00%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 37.10%.