Galudan - Gandhinagar
Galudan is a village situated in the Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Gandhinagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Galudan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galudan is 511279. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.53 hectares and falls under the 382355 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Galudan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhinagar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmedabad East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galudan
As per Census 2011, Galudan village has a total population of 2,703 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,296 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,999 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galudan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,407 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 197 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,999 | 1,126 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 281 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Galudan
Galudan 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 Galudan
Galudan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Galudan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehgam to Galudan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Galudan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galudan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galudan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galudan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galudan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galudan
Where is Galudan located?
Galudan village is located in Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galudan?
Galudan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galudan?
The pincode of Galudan is 382355.
What is the population of Galudan?
Galudan has a total population of 2,703, including 1,407 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Galudan?
There are 535 households in Galudan.
What is the literacy rate in Galudan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galudan is 73.95%. Male literacy is 80.03% and female literacy is 67.36%.