Girla - Kotpad, Koraput
Girla is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girla is 428099. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Girla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girla
According to the 2011 Census, Girla village had a total population of 2,227 people, including 1,117 males and 1,110 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.06%, with male literacy at 64.20% and female literacy at 33.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,427.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Girla
Girla 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 Girla
Girla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Girla is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Girla is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girla
Where is Girla located?
Girla village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girla?
Girla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girla?
The pincode of Girla is 764058.
What is the population of Girla?
Girla had a total population of 2,227, including 1,117 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Girla?
Girla had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girla was 49.06%. Male literacy was 64.20% and female literacy was 33.82%.