Ghalghali - Dimow, Sivasagar
Ghalghali is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghalghali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghalghali is 292438. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.5 hectares and falls under the 785674 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ghalghali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghalghali
As per Census 2011, Ghalghali village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 35 males and 32 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghalghali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Ghalghali
Ghalghali 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 Ghalghali
Ghalghali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Ghalghali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Ghalghali is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghalghali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghalghali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghalghali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghalghali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghalghali
Where is Ghalghali located?
Ghalghali village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghalghali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghalghali is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Ghalghali?
The pincode of Ghalghali is 785674.
What is the population of Ghalghali?
Ghalghali has a total population of 67, including 35 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Ghalghali?
There are 12 households in Ghalghali.
What is the literacy rate in Ghalghali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghalghali is 79.10%. Male literacy is 88.57% and female literacy is 68.75%.