Galkotdi

Galkotdi is a village located in Babra taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Babra (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Galkotdi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Galkotdi unique in its vibrant Babra-Amreli region. You’ll see Galkotdi’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 Galkotdi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galkotdi is 515465. The village spans a total geographical area of 1590.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365610. Babra is nearest town to Galkotdi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Galkotdi 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 Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Galkotdi

According to the 2011 Census, Galkotdi has a total population of about 2,233, with approximately 1,161 males and 1,072 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.85%, with male literacy at about 68.65% and female literacy near 60.73%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galkotdi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,233 1,161 1,072
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 243 143 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 49 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,448 797 651
Illiterate Population 785 364 421

Connectivity of Galkotdi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galkotdi. As per the 2011 stats, Galkotdi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Galkotdi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Galkotdi

Where is Galkotdi located?
Galkotdi village is situated in Babra Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galkotdi?
Galkotdi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galkotdi?
The pincode of Galkotdi is 365610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galkotdi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galkotdi is 2,233, with 1,161 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Galkotdi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galkotdi village has a total of 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galkotdi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galkotdi is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 68.65%, while the female literacy rate is 60.73%.