Giral - Sheo, Barmer
Giral is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Aakli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giral is 086783. The village covers a total geographical area of 1470.91 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Giral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Giral
According to the 2011 Census, Giral village had a total population of 477 people, including 265 males and 212 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.21%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 27.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 477 | 265 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 140 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 125 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Giral
Giral is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raneji Ki Basti | North | 3.08 km |
| Taloon Ka Gaon | West | 3.35 km |
| Mehron Ki Dhani | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Agoriya | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Neembala | East | 5.89 km |
| Pabupura | North-West | 6.17 km |
| Thoombali | South | 6.37 km |
| Neembasar | North-East | 7.44 km |
| Sargeelapar | West | 7.46 km |
| Kotra | North-West | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giral
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Giral. The nearest railway station is Kavas, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Giral is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Giral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giral 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giral
Where is Giral located?
Giral village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giral?
The Gram Panchayat of Giral is Aakli.
What is the pincode of Giral?
The pincode of Giral is 344701.
What is the population of Giral?
Giral had a total population of 477, including 265 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Giral?
Giral had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giral was 49.21%. Male literacy was 67.63% and female literacy was 27.17%.