Galimpur - Kharagpur, Munger
Galimpur is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galimpur is 242957. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Galimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Galimpur village had a total population of 497 people, including 261 males and 236 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 78.61%.
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 | 497 | 261 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 212 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 49 | 78 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Galimpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Galimpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Galimpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galimpur
Where is Galimpur located?
Galimpur village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Galimpur is Naki.
What is the pincode of Galimpur?
The pincode of Galimpur is 811213.
What is the population of Galimpur?
Galimpur had a total population of 497, including 261 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Galimpur?
Galimpur had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galimpur was 85.25%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 78.61%.