Giriya
Giriya is a village located in Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ukhimath (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Giriya village is also a gram panchayat.
Giriya has its own place in the vibrant Rudraprayag 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 Giriya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Giriya is 042132. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246469. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Giriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
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Population of Giriya
Below is a concise population overview of Giriya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 611 | 292 | 319 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 438 | 228 | 210 |
Illiterate Population | 173 | 64 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Giriya village:
- The total population of Giriya village is around 611, including approximately 292 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 1092 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Giriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Giriya village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Giriya village is about 71.69%, with male literacy at 78.08% and female literacy at 65.83%.
- There are around 122 households in Giriya village.
Connectivity of Giriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Giriya. As per the 2011 stats, Giriya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Giriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Giriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Giriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Giriya
- Where is Giriya located?
- Giriya village is situated in Ukhimath Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Giriya?
- Giriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Giriya?
- The pincode of Giriya is 246469, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Giriya is 611, with 292 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Giriya village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Giriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Giriya is 71.69%. The male literacy rate is 78.08%, while the female literacy rate is 65.83%.