Girnanagar - Nandgaon, Nashik
Girnanagar is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Girnanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girnanagar is 550335. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Girnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girnanagar
As per Census 2011, Girnanagar village has a total population of 3,208 people, consisting of 1,615 males and 1,593 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,398 literate and 810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girnanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,208 | 1,615 | 1,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 268 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,278 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 337 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Girnanagar
Girnanagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girnanagar
Girnanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Girnanagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Girnanagar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Girnanagar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girnanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Girnanagar
Where is Girnanagar located?
Girnanagar village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girnanagar?
Girnanagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girnanagar?
The pincode of Girnanagar is 423106.
What is the population of Girnanagar?
Girnanagar has a total population of 3,208, including 1,615 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Girnanagar?
There are 692 households in Girnanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Girnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girnanagar is 74.75%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 70.31%.