Girale
Girale is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Girale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girale unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Girale’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 Girale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girale is 552383. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401401. Palghar is nearest town to Girale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Girale 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Girale
Population of Girale
According to the 2011 Census, Girale has a total population of about 950, with approximately 489 males and 461 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 397. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.63%, with male literacy at about 66.87% and female literacy near 54.01%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 489 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 205 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 327 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 162 | 212 |
Connectivity of Girale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girale. As per the 2011 stats, Girale 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 Girale
Knowing the nearby villages of Girale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girale
- Where is Girale located?
- Girale village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girale?
- Girale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Girale?
- The pincode of Girale is 401401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girale is 950, with 489 males and 461 females.
- How many households are there in Girale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girale village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girale is 60.63%. The male literacy rate is 66.87%, while the female literacy rate is 54.01%.