Galwada
About Galwada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Galwada village is 508198. Galwada village is located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Galwada village. As per 2009 stats, Galwada village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 523.82 hectares. Galwada has a total population of 2,146 peoples, out of which male population is 1,109 while female population is 1,037. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of galwada village is 70.83% out of which 80.79% males and 60.17% females are literate. There are about 420 houses in galwada village. Pincode of galwada village locality is 385001.
When it comes to administration, Galwada 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, Galwada village comes under Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Patan Lok Sabha constituency. Palanpur is nearest town to galwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Galwada
The population details of Galwada 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 | 2,146 | 1,109 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 896 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 213 | 413 |
Connectivity of Galwada
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galwada
Where is Galwada located?
Galwada village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galwada?
Galwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galwada?
The pincode of Galwada is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galwada is 2,146, with 1,109 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Galwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galwada village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galwada is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 80.79%, while the female literacy rate is 60.17%.