Girda - Karanja, Washim
Girda is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Girda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girda is 531001. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.91 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Girda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girda
According to the 2011 Census, Girda village had a total population of 782 people, including 420 males and 362 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.33%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 76.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 420 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 350 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 70 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Girda
Girda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Pimpalgaon Kh. | East | 1.80 km |
| Waki | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Yesapur | West | 2.96 km |
| Dadgaon | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Pasrani | West | 3.57 km |
| Waghola | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Malegaon Dhanaj | North | 3.68 km |
| Eklara | East | 3.72 km |
| Panvihir | North-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girda
Girda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Girda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Girda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Girda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girda
Where is Girda located?
Girda village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girda?
Girda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girda?
The pincode of Girda is 444403.
What is the population of Girda?
Girda had a total population of 782, including 420 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Girda?
Girda had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girda was 85.33%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 76.85%.