Girwali - Bhum, Dharashiv
Girwali is a village situated in the Bhum tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhum and around 82 km from Osmanabad. Girwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girwali is 561225. The village covers a total geographical area of 599.26 hectares and falls under the 413534 pincode. Kalamb is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Girwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girwali
As per Census 2011, Girwali village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 786 males and 697 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 786 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 120 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 624 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 162 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Girwali
Girwali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonnewadi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Anjan Soda | South | 3.03 km |
| Dokewadi | West | 3.06 km |
| Manewadi | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Lonkhas | East | 3.34 km |
| Jankapur | North | 3.45 km |
| Pargaon | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Chandwad | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Pandharewadi | West | 5.32 km |
| Rui | East | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girwali
Girwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Girwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girwali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girwali
Where is Girwali located?
Girwali village is located in Bhum Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girwali?
Girwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girwali?
The pincode of Girwali is 413534.
What is the population of Girwali?
Girwali has a total population of 1,483, including 786 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Girwali?
There are 352 households in Girwali.
What is the literacy rate in Girwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girwali is 69.18%. Male literacy is 79.39% and female literacy is 57.68%.