Giria Pahi - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Giria Pahi is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Keruapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giria Pahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giria Pahi is 395787. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Giria Pahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giria Pahi
According to the 2011 Census, Giria Pahi village had a total population of 753 people, including 388 males and 365 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 95.80% and female literacy at 73.29%.
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 | 753 | 388 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 319 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 69 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Giria Pahi
Giria Pahi 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 Giria Pahi
Public transport in the Giria Pahi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pattamundai to Giria Pahi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Giria Pahi is about 77 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 Giria Pahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giria Pahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Giria Pahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giria Pahi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giria Pahi
Where is Giria Pahi located?
Giria Pahi village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giria Pahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Giria Pahi is Keruapal.
What is the pincode of Giria Pahi?
The pincode of Giria Pahi is 754248.
What is the population of Giria Pahi?
Giria Pahi had a total population of 753, including 388 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Giria Pahi?
Giria Pahi had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giria Pahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giria Pahi was 85.00%. Male literacy was 95.80% and female literacy was 73.29%.