Galthar - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Galthar is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Galthar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galthar is 516721. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.19 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Galthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galthar
As per Census 2011, Galthar village has a total population of 4,137 people, consisting of 2,048 males and 2,089 females. The village has 653 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 704 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,168 literate and 1,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galthar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,137 | 2,048 | 2,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 704 | 332 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,168 | 1,368 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,969 | 680 | 1,289 |
Nearby Villages of Galthar
Galthar 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 Galthar
Galthar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Galthar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Galthar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galthar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galthar
Where is Galthar located?
Galthar village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galthar?
Galthar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galthar?
The pincode of Galthar is 364295.
What is the population of Galthar?
Galthar has a total population of 4,137, including 2,048 males and 2,089 females.
How many households are there in Galthar?
There are 653 households in Galthar.
What is the literacy rate in Galthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galthar is 52.41%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 38.30%.