Girye - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Girye is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Girye village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girye is 566236. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027 hectares and falls under the 416806 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Girye village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girye
As per Census 2011, Girye village has a total population of 2,457 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,252 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,989 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girye are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Girye
Girye 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohulgaon | East | 1.95 km |
| Hurshi | South | 3.77 km |
| Thakurwadi | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Padel | East | 4.68 km |
| Pural | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Rameshwar | North | 5.10 km |
| Tirlot | East | 5.18 km |
| Kalambai | South | 5.63 km |
| Jambhari | North-East | 5.97 km |
| Wada | South-East | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girye
Girye is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 Rajapur to Girye is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Girye is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girye
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girye village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girye
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girye 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 Girye
Where is Girye located?
Girye village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girye?
Girye is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girye?
The pincode of Girye is 416806.
What is the population of Girye?
Girye has a total population of 2,457, including 1,205 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Girye?
There are 525 households in Girye.
What is the literacy rate in Girye?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girye is 80.95%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 76.84%.