Girolpali - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Girolpali is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Rengali and around 78 km from Jharsuguda. Attabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girolpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girolpali is 380929. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Girolpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girolpali
As per Census 2011, Girolpali village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 230 males and 233 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girolpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 230 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 167 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 63 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Girolpali
Girolpali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girolpali
Girolpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Girolpali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Girolpali is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Girolpali is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girolpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girolpali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girolpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girolpali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girolpali
Where is Girolpali located?
Girolpali village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girolpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Girolpali is Attabira.
What is the pincode of Girolpali?
The pincode of Girolpali is 768226.
What is the population of Girolpali?
Girolpali has a total population of 463, including 230 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Girolpali?
There are 115 households in Girolpali.
What is the literacy rate in Girolpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girolpali is 62.42%. Male literacy is 72.61% and female literacy is 52.36%.