Girikanpali Village Overview
Girikanpali is a village in M V 79 tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It lies about 15 km from the tehsil headquarters and around 55 km from the district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Girkanpalli is the Gram Panchayat for Girikanpali village.
The sections below provide essential information about Girikanpali village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girikanpali is 431107. The village covers a geographical area of 1456 hectares and has a pincode of 764047. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Location Map of Girikanpali
Population & Demographics of Girikanpali
This section provides population and demographic details of Girikanpali village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 702 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 130 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,201 | 521 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 274 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 428 | 546 |
Key population details of Girikanpali village are given below:
- Girikanpali village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,555, including approximately 702 males and 853 females, with a sex ratio of 1215 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 44 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,201 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Girikanpali village is low, with a literacy rate of about 37.36%.
- There are around 352 households in Girikanpali village.
Transport & Connectivity of Girikanpali
Transport facilities help residents of Girikanpali village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Girikanpali
The following villages are located close to Girikanpali and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Girikanpali
- Where is Girikanpali located?
- Girikanpali village is located in M V 79 Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Girikanpali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Girikanpali is Girkanpalli (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Girikanpali?
- The pincode of Girikanpali is 764047.
- What is the population of Girikanpali?
- Girikanpali has a total population of 1,555, including 702 males and 853 females.
- How many households are there in Girikanpali?
- There are 352 households in Girikanpali.
- What is the literacy rate in Girikanpali?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girikanpali is 37.36%. Male literacy is 39.03% and female literacy is 35.99%.