Girari Kalan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Girari Kalan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Girari Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girari Kalan is 502135. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.59 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Girari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girari Kalan
As per Census 2011, Girari Kalan village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 131 males and 128 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 217 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girari Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 67 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Girari Kalan
Girari Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girari Kalan
Girari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Girari Kalan is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Girari Kalan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Girari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girari Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girari Kalan
Where is Girari Kalan located?
Girari Kalan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Girari Kalan is Girari Khurd.
What is the pincode of Girari Kalan?
The pincode of Girari Kalan is 484881.
What is the population of Girari Kalan?
Girari Kalan has a total population of 259, including 131 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Girari Kalan?
There are 63 households in Girari Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Girari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girari Kalan is 44.40%. Male literacy is 48.85% and female literacy is 39.84%.