Galgalia
Galgalia is a village located in Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pothia (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Burhnai is the gram panchayat of Galgalia village.
Galgalia has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Galgalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galgalia is 222597. The village spans a total geographical area of 358 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855117. Thakurganj is nearest town to Galgalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Galgalia
Population of Galgalia
Below is a concise population overview of Galgalia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,420 | 1,230 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 308 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 576 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 654 | 732 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galgalia village:
- The total population of Galgalia village is around 2,420, including approximately 1,230 males and 1,190 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 618 children aged 0–6 years in Galgalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galgalia village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Galgalia village is about 42.73%, with male literacy at 46.83% and female literacy at 38.49%.
- There are around 473 households in Galgalia village.
Connectivity of Galgalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galgalia. As per the 2011 stats, Galgalia 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galgalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Galgalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galgalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galgalia
- Where is Galgalia located?
- Galgalia village is situated in Pothia Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galgalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galgalia is Burhnai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galgalia?
- The pincode of Galgalia is 855117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galgalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galgalia is 2,420, with 1,230 males and 1,190 females.
- How many households are there in Galgalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galgalia village has a total of 473 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galgalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galgalia is 42.73%. The male literacy rate is 46.83%, while the female literacy rate is 38.49%.