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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Girwali village had a total population of 1,483 people, including 786 males and 697 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.94%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,483 | 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 Village Panchayat of Girwali?
Girwali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girwali?
The pincode of Girwali is 413534.
What is the population of Girwali?
Girwali had a total population of 1,483, including 786 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Girwali?
Girwali had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girwali was 75.94%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 63.31%.