Girota - Depalpur, Indore
Girota is a village situated in the Depalpur tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Depalpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Indore. Girota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girota is 475905. The village covers a total geographical area of 1789.61 hectares and falls under the 453220 pincode. Ujjain is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Girota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girota
As per Census 2011, Girota village has a total population of 2,779 people, consisting of 1,391 males and 1,388 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,567 literate and 1,212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,779 | 1,391 | 1,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 172 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 420 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 974 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 417 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Girota
Girota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulala | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Parinalwasa | South | 3.66 km |
| Nilkanth | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Ambalia | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Osra | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Garhibilloda | South | 4.74 km |
| Brahmanbadoda | West | 5.04 km |
| Bhondwas | West | 5.12 km |
| Talod | East | 5.17 km |
| Tankariyapanth | East | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girota
Girota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barnagar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ujjain to Girota is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Girota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girota
Where is Girota located?
Girota village is located in Depalpur Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girota?
Girota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girota?
The pincode of Girota is 453220.
What is the population of Girota?
Girota has a total population of 2,779, including 1,391 males and 1,388 females.
How many households are there in Girota?
There are 493 households in Girota.
What is the literacy rate in Girota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girota is 56.39%. Male literacy is 70.02% and female literacy is 42.72%.