Galgam
Galgam is a village located in Usur tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Usur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Galgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Galgam unique in its vibrant Usur-Bijapur region. You’ll see Galgam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Galgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galgam is 450931. The village spans a total geographical area of 1994.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496227. Bijapur is nearest town to Galgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galgam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Galgam
Population of Galgam
According to the 2011 Census, Galgam has a total population of about 314, with approximately 151 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 312. The overall literacy rate is approximately 2.55%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 151 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 150 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 8 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 143 | 163 |
Connectivity of Galgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galgam. As per the 2011 stats, Galgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Galgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galgam
- Where is Galgam located?
- Galgam village is situated in Usur Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galgam?
- Galgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Galgam?
- The pincode of Galgam is 496227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galgam is 314, with 151 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Galgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galgam village has a total of 72 households.