Giripeth - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Giripeth is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Haladwahi serves as the Village Panchayat for Giripeth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giripeth is 539376. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Giripeth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Giripeth
According to the 2011 Census, Giripeth village had a total population of 59 people, including 34 males and 25 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Giripeth
Giripeth 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 Giripeth
Giripeth 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Giripeth is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giripeth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giripeth 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giripeth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giripeth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giripeth
Where is Giripeth located?
Giripeth village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Giripeth?
The Village Panchayat of Giripeth is Haladwahi.
What is the pincode of Giripeth?
The pincode of Giripeth is 442603.
What is the population of Giripeth?
Giripeth had a total population of 59, including 34 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Giripeth?
Giripeth had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giripeth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giripeth was 76.79%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 60.87%.