Girgaon - Jat, Sangli
Girgaon is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Girgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girgaon is 568900. The village covers a total geographical area of 2269 hectares and falls under the 416413 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Girgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girgaon
As per Census 2011, Girgaon village has a total population of 3,673 people, consisting of 1,839 males and 1,834 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,890 literate and 1,783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,890 | 1,091 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 748 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Girgaon
Girgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahaveernagar | East | 3.39 km |
| Kanakanal | North | 3.73 km |
| Lavanga | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Manik Nal | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Morbagi | West | 4.52 km |
| Madasanal | South | 4.79 km |
| Inchageri | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Akkalawadi | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Jalihal Bk | South-West | 6.86 km |
| Gulgunjnal | South | 7.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Girgaon. The nearest railway station is Kyataneakeri Rd, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Girgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Girgaon is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girgaon 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 Girgaon
Where is Girgaon located?
Girgaon village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girgaon?
Girgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girgaon?
The pincode of Girgaon is 416413.
What is the population of Girgaon?
Girgaon has a total population of 3,673, including 1,839 males and 1,834 females.
How many households are there in Girgaon?
There are 682 households in Girgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Girgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girgaon is 51.46%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 43.57%.