Girda - Manora, Washim
Girda is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Girda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girda is 531124. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.68 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Girda 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 Girda
As per Census 2011, Girda village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 750 males and 671 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 750 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 167 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 579 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 171 | 244 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warda | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kherda | East | 2.40 km |
| Shegi | South | 2.63 km |
| Khapardari | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Bhildongar | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Bhadkumbha | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Chikhalgad | North | 4.13 km |
| Sawargaon | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Girat | East | 4.32 km |
| Jagdambanagar | North-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girda
Girda 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 52.2 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 Girda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Girda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 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 Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girda?
Girda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girda?
The pincode of Girda is 444403.
What is the population of Girda?
Girda has a total population of 1,421, including 750 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Girda?
There are 377 households in Girda.
What is the literacy rate in Girda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girda is 70.80%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 63.64%.