Giradgaon - Yawal, Jalgaon
Giradgaon is a village situated in the Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yawal and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Giradgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giradgaon is 526770. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.83 hectares and falls under the 425302 pincode. Yawal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Giradgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giradgaon
As per Census 2011, Giradgaon village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 425 males and 396 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giradgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 425 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 318 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 107 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Giradgaon
Giradgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghode | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Kingaon Bk | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Sakali | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Dagadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Kingaon Kh | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Borale | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Naigaon | North | 4.03 km |
| Dongaon | West | 4.40 km |
| Navare | East | 4.73 km |
| Manwel | South | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giradgaon
Giradgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarsod, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yawal to Giradgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Giradgaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giradgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giradgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Giradgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giradgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Giradgaon
Where is Giradgaon located?
Giradgaon village is located in Yawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giradgaon?
Giradgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Giradgaon?
The pincode of Giradgaon is 425302.
What is the population of Giradgaon?
Giradgaon has a total population of 821, including 425 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Giradgaon?
There are 181 households in Giradgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Giradgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giradgaon is 64.19%. Male literacy is 74.82% and female literacy is 52.78%.