Gir Gaon
Gir Gaon is a village located in Srinagar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Srinagar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Girgaon is the gram panchayat of Gir Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gir Gaon unique in its vibrant Srinagar-Garhwal region. You’ll see Gir Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gir Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gir Gaon is 045434. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246001. Srinagar is nearest town to Gir Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Gir Gaon
Population of Gir Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gir Gaon has a total population of about 222, with approximately 104 males and 118 females. The sex ratio is around 1134 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.63%, with male literacy at about 85.58% and female literacy near 76.27%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gir Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 104 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 73 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 15 | 28 |
Connectivity of Gir Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gir Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gir Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gir Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gir Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gir Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gir Gaon
- Where is Gir Gaon located?
- Gir Gaon village is situated in Srinagar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gir Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gir Gaon is Girgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gir Gaon?
- The pincode of Gir Gaon is 246001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gir Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gir Gaon is 222, with 104 males and 118 females.
- How many households are there in Gir Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gir Gaon village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gir Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gir Gaon is 80.63%. The male literacy rate is 85.58%, while the female literacy rate is 76.27%.