Girawali - Ambegaon, Pune
Girawali is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Girwali serves as the Village Panchayat for Girawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girawali is 555468. The village covers a total geographical area of 1045.32 hectares and falls under the 412408 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Girawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girawali
According to the 2011 Census, Girawali village had a total population of 2,179 people, including 1,085 males and 1,094 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.26%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 78.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 2,179 | 1,085 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 908 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 177 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Girawali
Girawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malawadi | East | 2.05 km |
| Amondi | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Chincholi | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Chincholi | North | 4.73 km |
| Kadewadi | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Nimdari | North | 5.30 km |
| Dhondmal Shindewadi | South | 5.56 km |
| Pimpalgaon Tarf Ghoda | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Gangapur Bk. | West | 5.87 km |
| Ghodegaon | South-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girawali
Girawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Girawali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Girawali is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girawali
Where is Girawali located?
Girawali village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girawali?
The Village Panchayat of Girawali is Girwali.
What is the pincode of Girawali?
The pincode of Girawali is 412408.
What is the population of Girawali?
Girawali had a total population of 2,179, including 1,085 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Girawali?
Girawali had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girawali was 86.26%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 78.78%.