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.
Here you can discover what makes Girgaon unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Girgaon’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 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.
Google Map of Girgaon
Population of Girgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Girgaon has a total population of about 349, with approximately 164 males and 185 females. The sex ratio is around 1128 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.48%, with male literacy at about 82.93% and female literacy near 51.89%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Girgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.