Giruti - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Giruti is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gardingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giruti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giruti is 415938. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Giruti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giruti
According to the 2011 Census, Giruti village had a total population of 244 people, including 117 males and 127 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 54.26% and female literacy at 34.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 84 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 66 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Giruti
Giruti 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 Giruti
Public transport in the Giruti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Giruti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Giruti is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Giruti is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giruti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giruti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Giruti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giruti 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 Giruti
Where is Giruti located?
Giruti village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giruti?
The Gram Panchayat of Giruti is Gardingia.
What is the pincode of Giruti?
The pincode of Giruti is 762106.
What is the population of Giruti?
Giruti had a total population of 244, including 117 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Giruti?
Giruti had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giruti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giruti was 44.00%. Male literacy was 54.26% and female literacy was 34.91%.