Girgaon - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Girgaon is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Munsiari and around 93 km from Pithoragarh. Gir Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girgaon is 048972. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.03 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Girgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Girgaon village had a total population of 349 people, including 164 males and 185 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.96%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 55.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Girgaon
Girgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girgaon
Girgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Girgaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Girgaon is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Girgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girgaon
Where is Girgaon located?
Girgaon village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Girgaon is Gir Gaon.
What is the pincode of Girgaon?
The pincode of Girgaon is 262553.
What is the population of Girgaon?
Girgaon had a total population of 349, including 164 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Girgaon?
Girgaon had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girgaon was 72.96%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 55.17%.