Girad - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Girad is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Girad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girad is 527685. The village covers a total geographical area of 1392 hectares and falls under the 424201 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Girad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girad
According to the 2011 Census, Girad village had a total population of 6,538 people, including 3,414 males and 3,124 females, living in 1,496 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 881.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Girad
Girad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anturli Bk. | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Anjan Vihire | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Lon Pr. Utran | West | 2.78 km |
| Ozar | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Mandki | South | 3.54 km |
| Bhatkhande Bk. | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Mandaki | South | 4.24 km |
| Warkhed | West | 4.80 km |
| Bhattagaon | South | 5.31 km |
| Bhatkhande Kh. | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girad
Girad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pardhande, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Girad is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Girad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girad
Where is Girad located?
Girad village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girad?
Girad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girad?
The pincode of Girad is 424201.
What is the population of Girad?
Girad had a total population of 6,538, including 3,414 males and 3,124 females.
How many households are there in Girad?
Girad had 1,496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girad was 77.72%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 67.53%.