Girat - Manora, Washim
Girat is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Bhildongar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girat is 531126. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.66 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Girat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girat
As per Census 2011, Girat village has a total population of 1,006 people, consisting of 514 males and 492 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 571 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 514 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 571 | 284 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 392 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 122 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Girat
Girat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhildongar | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Kherda | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Vilegaon | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Giroli Bhag 1 | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Jagdambanagar | North | 3.36 km |
| Warda | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Girda | West | 4.32 km |
| Halda | North | 4.65 km |
| Shendurjana Adhav | South | 5.23 km |
| Karpa | South-East | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girat
Girat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Girat is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Girat is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girat
Where is Girat located?
Girat village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girat?
The Gram Panchayat of Girat is Bhildongar.
What is the pincode of Girat?
The pincode of Girat is 444403.
What is the population of Girat?
Girat has a total population of 1,006, including 514 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Girat?
There are 215 households in Girat.
What is the literacy rate in Girat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girat is 68.49%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 60.37%.