Girdharwadi - Palam, Parbhani
Girdharwadi is a village situated in the Palam tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palam and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Girdharwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdharwadi is 547160. The village covers a total geographical area of 626.57 hectares and falls under the 431536 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Girdharwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girdharwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Girdharwadi village had a total population of 813 people, including 412 males and 401 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 62.85%.
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 | 813 | 412 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 301 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 111 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Girdharwadi
Girdharwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fattunaik Tanda | South | 2.26 km |
| Landgewadi | East | 2.59 km |
| Ghugewadi | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Haranwadi | North | 2.75 km |
| Banwas | West | 3.17 km |
| Nagarwadi | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Khedkarwadi | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Malegaon Yatra | South | 4.52 km |
| Risangaon | North | 4.73 km |
| Lavhral | North-West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girdharwadi
Girdharwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 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 Gangakhed to Girdharwadi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Girdharwadi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girdharwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdharwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Girdharwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdharwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girdharwadi
Where is Girdharwadi located?
Girdharwadi village is located in Palam Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girdharwadi?
Girdharwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girdharwadi?
The pincode of Girdharwadi is 431536.
What is the population of Girdharwadi?
Girdharwadi had a total population of 813, including 412 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Girdharwadi?
Girdharwadi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girdharwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdharwadi was 75.45%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 62.85%.