Gala
About Gala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gala village is 434276. Gala village is located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Gala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 444.62 hectares. Gala has a total population of 1,627 peoples, out of which male population is 810 while female population is 817. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gala village is 62.38% out of which 70.25% males and 54.59% females are literate. There are about 328 houses in gala village. Pincode of gala village locality is 496118.
When it comes to administration, Gala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gala village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Pathalgaon is nearest town to gala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Gala
The population details of Gala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 810 | 817 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 209 | 103 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 657 | 317 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 569 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 241 | 371 |
Connectivity of Gala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gala
Where is Gala located?
Gala village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gala?
Gala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gala?
The pincode of Gala is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gala is 1,627, with 810 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Gala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gala village has a total of 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gala is 62.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.59%.