Girisha - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Girisha is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girisha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girisha is 345068. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.11 hectares and falls under the 721443 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Girisha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girisha
According to the 2011 Census, Girisha village had a total population of 870 people, including 439 males and 431 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.02%, with male literacy at 96.73% and female literacy at 87.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 870 | 439 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 153 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 384 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 55 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Girisha
Girisha 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 Girisha
Girisha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Girisha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girisha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girisha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girisha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girisha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girisha
Where is Girisha located?
Girisha village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girisha?
The Gram Panchayat of Girisha is Khar.
What is the pincode of Girisha?
The pincode of Girisha is 721443.
What is the population of Girisha?
Girisha had a total population of 870, including 439 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Girisha?
Girisha had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girisha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girisha was 92.02%. Male literacy was 96.73% and female literacy was 87.11%.