Girwa - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Girwa is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Girba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girwa is 501537. The village covers a total geographical area of 641.32 hectares and falls under the 484110 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town.
Girwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girwa
According to the 2011 Census, Girwa village had a total population of 1,146 people, including 566 males and 580 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.83%, with male literacy at 77.61% and female literacy at 54.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 993.
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 | 1,146 | 566 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 993 | 477 | 516 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 357 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 209 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Girwa
Girwa 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 Girwa
Girwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahdol to Girwa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girwa 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Girwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girwa
Where is Girwa located?
Girwa village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Girwa is Girba.
What is the pincode of Girwa?
The pincode of Girwa is 484110.
What is the population of Girwa?
Girwa had a total population of 1,146, including 566 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Girwa?
Girwa had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girwa was 65.83%. Male literacy was 77.61% and female literacy was 54.93%.