Girgaon
Girgaon is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Girgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girgaon unique in its vibrant Jat-Sangli region. You’ll see Girgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Girgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girgaon is 568900. The village spans a total geographical area of 2269 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416413. Bijapur (karnataka) is nearest town to Girgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girgaon
Population of Girgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Girgaon has a total population of about 3,673, with approximately 1,839 males and 1,834 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 528 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 400 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.46%, with male literacy at about 59.33% and female literacy near 43.57%. There are around 682 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,673 | 1,839 | 1,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 271 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,890 | 1,091 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 748 | 1,035 |
Connectivity of Girgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Girgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Girgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girgaon
- Where is Girgaon located?
- Girgaon village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girgaon?
- Girgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Girgaon?
- The pincode of Girgaon is 416413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girgaon is 3,673, with 1,839 males and 1,834 females.
- How many households are there in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girgaon village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girgaon is 51.46%. The male literacy rate is 59.33%, while the female literacy rate is 43.57%.