Girgaon

Girgaon is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Gir Gaon is the gram panchayat of Girgaon village.

Girgaon has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh 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 Girgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girgaon is 048972. The village spans a total geographical area of 526.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Girgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Girgaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 349 164 185
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 20 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 4 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 52 23 29
Literate Population 232 136 96
Illiterate Population 117 28 89

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

  • The total population of Girgaon village is around 349, including approximately 164 males and 185 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Girgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Girgaon village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 52 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Girgaon village is about 66.48%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 51.89%.
  • There are around 95 households in Girgaon village.

Connectivity of Girgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Girgaon 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 Girgaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Girgaon

Where is Girgaon located?
Girgaon village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Girgaon is Gir Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Girgaon?
The pincode of Girgaon is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girgaon is 349, with 164 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Girgaon village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girgaon is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 82.93%, while the female literacy rate is 51.89%.