Girim - Daund, Pune
Girim is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Girim village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girim is 556402. The village covers a total geographical area of 2626 hectares and falls under the 413801 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Girim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girim
According to the 2011 Census, Girim village had a total population of 5,951 people, including 3,129 males and 2,822 females, living in 1,110 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 64.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 638, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 5,951 | 3,129 | 2,822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 787 | 419 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 340 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 3,742 | 2,161 | 1,581 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,209 | 968 | 1,241 |
Nearby Villages of Girim
Girim 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navingar | North | 3.54 km |
| Betwadi | North | 4.89 km |
| Kurkumbh | South | 4.91 km |
| Gopalwadi | East | 5.31 km |
| Pandharewadi | South-East | 5.48 km |
| Sonwadi | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Gar | North | 5.81 km |
| Mergalwadi | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Nanwij | North | 5.98 km |
| Patas | West | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girim
Girim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Daund Patas Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Girim is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Girim is about 75 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 Girim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girim 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Girim
Where is Girim located?
Girim village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girim?
Girim is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girim?
The pincode of Girim is 413801.
What is the population of Girim?
Girim had a total population of 5,951, including 3,129 males and 2,822 females.
How many households are there in Girim?
Girim had 1,110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girim was 72.46%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 64.43%.