Galgala

Galgala is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Basudeo Pur is the gram panchayat of Galgala village.

Galgala has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galgala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galgala is 239834. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares. Bhagalpur is nearest town to Galgala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Galgala

Below is a concise population overview of Galgala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 794 417 377
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 108 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 203 102 101
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 250 148 102
Illiterate Population 544 269 275

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galgala village:

  • The total population of Galgala village is around 794, including approximately 417 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Galgala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galgala village has 203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galgala village is about 31.49%, with male literacy at 35.49% and female literacy at 27.06%.
  • There are around 153 households in Galgala village.

Connectivity of Galgala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galgala. As per the 2011 stats, Galgala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galgala

Knowing the nearby villages of Galgala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galgala.

Milki Nizamkita Dumra Bariarpur Dakhili Gambhirpur Joakhar Paharpur Anandpur Barah Bighi Anandpur Berai

Frequently Asked Questions about Galgala

Where is Galgala located?
Galgala village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galgala?
The Gram Panchayat of Galgala is Basudeo Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Galgala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galgala is 794, with 417 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Galgala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galgala village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galgala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galgala is 31.49%. The male literacy rate is 35.49%, while the female literacy rate is 27.06%.