Girad
Girad is a village located in Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Girad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girad unique in its vibrant Bhadgaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Girad’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 Girad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girad is 527685. The village spans a total geographical area of 1392 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Girad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girad 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 Erandol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girad
Population of Girad
According to the 2011 Census, Girad has a total population of about 6,538, with approximately 3,414 males and 3,124 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 722 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 294 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 881. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.13%, with male literacy at about 76.83% and female literacy near 60.72%. There are around 1,496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,538 | 3,414 | 3,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 407 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 152 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 881 | 464 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 4,520 | 2,623 | 1,897 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,018 | 791 | 1,227 |
Connectivity of Girad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girad. As per the 2011 stats, Girad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girad
Knowing the nearby villages of Girad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girad
- Where is Girad located?
- Girad village is situated in Bhadgaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girad?
- Girad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Girad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girad is 6,538, with 3,414 males and 3,124 females.
- How many households are there in Girad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girad village has a total of 1,496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girad is 69.13%. The male literacy rate is 76.83%, while the female literacy rate is 60.72%.