Galchaur

Galchaur is a village located in Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Barhara (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Gundi West is the gram panchayat of Galchaur village.

Galchaur has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 Galchaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galchaur is 246839. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802313. Arrah is nearest town to Galchaur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Galchaur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,630 1,399 1,231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 163 158
Scheduled Castes (SC) 567 291 276
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,729 1,084 645
Illiterate Population 901 315 586

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

  • The total population of Galchaur village is around 2,630, including approximately 1,399 males and 1,231 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 321 children aged 0–6 years in Galchaur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galchaur village has 567 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galchaur village is about 65.74%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 52.40%.
  • There are around 356 households in Galchaur village.

Connectivity of Galchaur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Galchaur

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

Nurpur Parasrampur Kudaria Jagatpur Jokahri Jhokipur Saraiya Krishnagarh Pakri Milki Ghanghar

Frequently Asked Questions about Galchaur

Where is Galchaur located?
Galchaur village is situated in Barhara Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galchaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Galchaur is Gundi West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galchaur?
The pincode of Galchaur is 802313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galchaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galchaur is 2,630, with 1,399 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Galchaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galchaur village has a total of 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galchaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galchaur is 65.74%. The male literacy rate is 77.48%, while the female literacy rate is 52.40%.