Girisuan - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Girisuan is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharpalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girisuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girisuan is 383478. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Girisuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Girisuan
As per Census 2011, Girisuan village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 336 males and 342 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girisuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 336 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 115 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 214 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 122 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Girisuan
Girisuan 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 Girisuan
Girisuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Girisuan is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girisuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girisuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Girisuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girisuan 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 Girisuan
Where is Girisuan located?
Girisuan village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girisuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Girisuan is Jharpalam.
What is the pincode of Girisuan?
The pincode of Girisuan is 770024.
What is the population of Girisuan?
Girisuan has a total population of 678, including 336 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Girisuan?
There are 194 households in Girisuan.
What is the literacy rate in Girisuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girisuan is 57.37%. Male literacy is 63.69% and female literacy is 51.17%.