Girad - Samudrapur, Wardha
Girad is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Girad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girad is 534586. The village covers a total geographical area of 1674.97 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Girad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girad
As per Census 2011, Girad village has a total population of 5,973 people, consisting of 3,068 males and 2,905 females. The village has 1,497 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,510 literate and 1,463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 967 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,973 | 3,068 | 2,905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 299 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 218 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 967 | 485 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 4,510 | 2,454 | 2,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,463 | 614 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Girad
Girad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahad Farid | North | 2.00 km |
| Yedalabad | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Shivanfal | South | 2.65 km |
| Arvi | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Undirgaon | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Nanhi | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Peth | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Chorvihira | North | 3.96 km |
| Faridpur | East | 4.62 km |
| Bhawanpur | West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girad
Girad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Borkhedi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinganghat to Girad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Girad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girad
Where is Girad located?
Girad village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girad?
Girad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girad?
The pincode of Girad is 442305.
What is the population of Girad?
Girad has a total population of 5,973, including 3,068 males and 2,905 females.
How many households are there in Girad?
There are 1,497 households in Girad.
What is the literacy rate in Girad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girad is 75.51%. Male literacy is 79.99% and female literacy is 70.77%.