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
According to the 2011 Census, Girisuan village had a total population of 678 people, including 336 males and 342 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.25%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 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 had a total population of 678, including 336 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Girisuan?
Girisuan had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girisuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girisuan was 68.25%. Male literacy was 77.54% and female literacy was 59.52%.