Giriya - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Giriya is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Giriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giriya is 042132. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.4 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Giriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giriya
According to the 2011 Census, Giriya village had a total population of 611 people, including 292 males and 319 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 76.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 611 | 292 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 228 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 64 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Giriya
Giriya 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 Giriya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Giriya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Giriya is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giriya 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 Giriya
Where is Giriya located?
Giriya village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giriya?
Giriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Giriya?
The pincode of Giriya is 246469.
What is the population of Giriya?
Giriya had a total population of 611, including 292 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Giriya?
Giriya had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giriya was 86.05%. Male literacy was 97.02% and female literacy was 76.64%.