Galimpur - Amarpur, Banka
Galimpur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Tardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galimpur is 240712. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Galimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Galimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Galimpur village had a total population of 987 people, including 519 males and 468 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.63%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 41.98%.
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 | 987 | 519 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 245 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 274 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Galimpur
Galimpur 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 Galimpur
Galimpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Amarpur to Galimpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Galimpur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Galimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Galimpur
Where is Galimpur located?
Galimpur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Galimpur is Tardih.
What is the pincode of Galimpur?
The pincode of Galimpur is 813101.
What is the population of Galimpur?
Galimpur had a total population of 987, including 519 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Galimpur?
Galimpur had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galimpur was 50.63%. Male literacy was 58.33% and female literacy was 41.98%.