Girvi - Phaltan, Satara
Girvi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Giravi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girvi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girvi is 563340. The village covers a total geographical area of 2143 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Girvi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girvi
As per Census 2011, Girvi village has a total population of 5,050 people, consisting of 2,618 males and 2,432 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,743 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girvi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,050 | 2,618 | 2,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 237 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 455 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,743 | 2,088 | 1,655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 530 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Girvi
Girvi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodkewadi | West | 2.52 km |
| Dhumalwadi | East | 3.31 km |
| Nirugudi | North | 3.39 km |
| Mandavkhadak | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Garadachiwadi | South | 4.37 km |
| Vinchurni | North | 4.39 km |
| Saskal | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Varugad | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Dalvadi | West | 5.60 km |
| Bhadali Kh. | North-East | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girvi
Girvi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 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 Phaltan to Girvi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Girvi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girvi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girvi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girvi
Where is Girvi located?
Girvi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girvi?
The Gram Panchayat of Girvi is Giravi.
What is the pincode of Girvi?
The pincode of Girvi is 415523.
What is the population of Girvi?
Girvi has a total population of 5,050, including 2,618 males and 2,432 females.
How many households are there in Girvi?
There are 1,063 households in Girvi.
What is the literacy rate in Girvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girvi is 74.12%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 68.05%.