Gira

Gira is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Gira village is also a gram panchayat.

Gira has its own place in the vibrant Barmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gira is 089026. The village spans a total geographical area of 2139.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344706. Barmer is nearest town to Gira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.

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Population of Gira

Below is a concise population overview of Gira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,961 1,534 1,427
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 686 369 317
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,531 797 734
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 252 132 120
Literate Population 828 569 259
Illiterate Population 2,133 965 1,168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gira village:

  • The total population of Gira village is around 2,961, including approximately 1,534 males and 1,427 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 686 children aged 0–6 years in Gira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gira village has 1,531 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gira village is about 27.96%, with male literacy at 37.09% and female literacy at 18.15%.
  • There are around 458 households in Gira village.

Connectivity of Gira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gira. As per the 2011 stats, Gira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gira

Knowing the nearby villages of Gira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gira.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gira

Where is Gira located?
Gira village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gira?
Gira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gira?
The pincode of Gira is 344706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gira is 2,961, with 1,534 males and 1,427 females.
How many households are there in Gira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gira village has a total of 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gira is 27.96%. The male literacy rate is 37.09%, while the female literacy rate is 18.15%.