Girab - Gadraroad, Barmer
Girab is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from Sheo and around 107 km from Barmer. Girab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girab is 086670. The village covers a total geographical area of 2425 hectares and falls under the 344011 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Girab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girab
According to the 2011 Census, Girab village had a total population of 1,683 people, including 902 males and 781 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.93%, with male literacy at 77.51% and female literacy at 43.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,683 | 902 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 195 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 572 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 330 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Girab
Girab 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 Girab
Girab 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 | 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 Barmer to Girab is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girab 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 Girab
Where is Girab located?
Girab village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girab?
Girab is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girab?
The pincode of Girab is 344011.
What is the population of Girab?
Girab had a total population of 1,683, including 902 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Girab?
Girab had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girab was 61.93%. Male literacy was 77.51% and female literacy was 43.76%.