Girla
Girla is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 57km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Girla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Girla unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Girla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Girla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girla is 428099. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Girla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Girla
Population of Girla
According to the 2011 Census, Girla has a total population of about 2,227, with approximately 1,117 males and 1,110 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 311 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 327 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,427. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.21%, with male literacy at about 55.24% and female literacy near 29.10%. There are around 490 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,227 | 1,117 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 165 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,427 | 715 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 617 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,287 | 500 | 787 |
Connectivity of Girla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girla. As per the 2011 stats, Girla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girla
Knowing the nearby villages of Girla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girla
- Where is Girla located?
- Girla village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girla?
- Girla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Girla?
- The pincode of Girla is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Girla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girla is 2,227, with 1,117 males and 1,110 females.
- How many households are there in Girla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Girla village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Girla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girla is 42.21%. The male literacy rate is 55.24%, while the female literacy rate is 29.10%.