Girola
Girola is a village located in Salekasa tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Salekasa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Girola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girola unique in its vibrant Salekasa-Gondiya region. You’ll see Girola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Girola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girola is 538029. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441916. Gondiya is nearest town to Girola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girola
Population of Girola
According to the 2011 Census, Girola has a total population of about 780, with approximately 402 males and 378 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 83. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.23%, with male literacy at about 83.83% and female literacy near 64.02%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 780 | 402 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 337 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 65 | 136 |
Connectivity of Girola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girola. As per the 2011 stats, Girola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girola
Knowing the nearby villages of Girola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girola
- Where is Girola located?
- Girola village is situated in Salekasa Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girola?
- Girola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Girola?
- The pincode of Girola is 441916, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girola is 780, with 402 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Girola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girola village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girola is 74.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.83%, while the female literacy rate is 64.02%.