Galiba - Netrang, Bharuch
Galiba is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Jhagadia and around 75 km from Bharuch. Galiba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galiba is 522307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1007.73 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Galiba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galiba
According to the 2011 Census, Galiba village had a total population of 1,597 people, including 817 males and 780 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 56.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,595.
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 | 1,597 | 817 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 107 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,595 | 816 | 779 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 571 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 246 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Galiba
Galiba 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 Galiba
Public transport in the Galiba is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Galiba is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Galiba is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galiba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galiba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galiba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galiba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galiba
Where is Galiba located?
Galiba village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galiba?
Galiba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galiba?
The pincode of Galiba is 393130.
What is the population of Galiba?
Galiba had a total population of 1,597, including 817 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Galiba?
Galiba had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galiba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galiba was 68.37%. Male literacy was 80.42% and female literacy was 56.10%.