Girgaon
Girgaon is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Shiragoan is the gram panchayat of Girgaon village.
Girgaon has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Girgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girgaon is 597195. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591214. Chikodi is nearest town to Girgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girgaon 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 Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girgaon
Population of Girgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Girgaon 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 | 1,315 | 672 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 277 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 523 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 149 | 258 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Girgaon village:
- The total population of Girgaon village is around 1,315, including approximately 672 males and 643 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Girgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Girgaon village has 541 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Girgaon village is about 69.05%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 59.88%.
- There are around 310 households in Girgaon village.
Connectivity of Girgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Girgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Girgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girgaon
- Where is Girgaon located?
- Girgaon village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Girgaon is Shiragoan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Girgaon?
- The pincode of Girgaon is 591214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girgaon is 1,315, with 672 males and 643 females.
- How many households are there in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girgaon village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girgaon is 69.05%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 59.88%.