Girbar - Rath, Hamirpur
Girbar is a village situated in the Rath tehsil of Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rath and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Hamirpur. Girver serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girbar is 153907. The village covers a total geographical area of 737.64 hectares and falls under the 210431 pincode. Hamirpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Girbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girbar
As per Census 2011, Girbar village has a total population of 2,658 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,243 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,445 literate and 1,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,658 | 1,415 | 1,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 167 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 296 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 920 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 495 | 718 |
Nearby Villages of Girbar
Girbar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tori | South-West | 0.52 km |
| Giroura | North | 1.17 km |
| Khagrra | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Tugrabara | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sukhaura | West | 2.88 km |
| Kulhenda | North | 3.03 km |
| Shergarh | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Nakra | South | 3.18 km |
| Bhagauri | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Basela | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girbar
Girbar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghutai, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 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 Hamirpur to Girbar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hamirpur to Girbar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Girbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girbar 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 Girbar
Where is Girbar located?
Girbar village is located in Rath Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Girbar is Girver.
What is the pincode of Girbar?
The pincode of Girbar is 210431.
What is the population of Girbar?
Girbar has a total population of 2,658, including 1,415 males and 1,243 females.
How many households are there in Girbar?
There are 467 households in Girbar.
What is the literacy rate in Girbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girbar is 54.36%. Male literacy is 65.02% and female literacy is 42.24%.