Girwi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Girwi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Dharamdas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girwi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girwi is 502244. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.61 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Girwi 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 Girwi
According to the 2011 Census, Girwi village had a total population of 584 people, including 292 males and 292 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.53%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 45.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 404.
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 | 584 | 292 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 205 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 162 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 130 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Girwi
Girwi 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 Girwi
Girwi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Girwi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girwi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girwi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Girwi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girwi 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 Girwi
Where is Girwi located?
Girwi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Girwi is Dharamdas.
What is the pincode of Girwi?
The pincode of Girwi is 484881.
What is the population of Girwi?
Girwi had a total population of 584, including 292 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Girwi?
Girwi had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girwi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girwi was 55.53%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 45.42%.