Girye
Girye is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 72km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Girye village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girye unique in its vibrant Devgad-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Girye’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 Girye
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girye is 566236. The village spans a total geographical area of 1027 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Girye village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Girye
Population of Girye
According to the 2011 Census, Girye has a total population of about 2,457, with approximately 1,205 males and 1,252 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.95%, with male literacy at about 85.23% and female literacy near 76.84%. There are around 525 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girye's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,457 | 1,205 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,027 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 178 | 290 |
Connectivity of Girye
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girye. As per the 2011 stats, Girye 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girye
Knowing the nearby villages of Girye helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girye.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girye
- Where is Girye located?
- Girye village is situated in Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girye?
- Girye serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Girye as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girye is 2,457, with 1,205 males and 1,252 females.
- How many households are there in Girye as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girye village has a total of 525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girye as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girye is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 85.23%, while the female literacy rate is 76.84%.