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.
Girad has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Girad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Girad village:
- The total population of Girad village is around 6,538, including approximately 3,414 males and 3,124 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 722 children aged 0–6 years in Girad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Girad village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 881 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Girad village is about 69.13%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 60.72%.
- There are around 1,496 households in Girad village.
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%.