Galath - Bhesan, Junagadh
Galath is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Galath village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galath is 514545. The village covers a total geographical area of 2097.32 hectares and falls under the 362020 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Galath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galath
According to the 2011 Census, Galath village had a total population of 3,354 people, including 1,700 males and 1,654 females, living in 623 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 69.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,354 | 1,700 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 171 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 192 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,306 | 1,254 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 446 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Galath
Galath 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 Galath
Galath 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 Jetpur to Galath is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Galath 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 Galath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galath 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 Galath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Galath
Where is Galath located?
Galath village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galath?
Galath is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galath?
The pincode of Galath is 362020.
What is the population of Galath?
Galath had a total population of 3,354, including 1,700 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Galath?
Galath had 623 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galath was 75.81%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 69.53%.