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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galimpur
As per Census 2011, Galimpur village has a total population of 987 people, consisting of 519 males and 468 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 585 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 519 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| 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 has a total population of 987, including 519 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Galimpur?
There are 188 households in Galimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Galimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galimpur is 40.73%. Male literacy is 47.21% and female literacy is 33.55%.