Galodar - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Galodar is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Malia and around 60 km from Junagadh. Juna Galodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galodar is 514849. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196.48 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Galodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galodar
According to the 2011 Census, Galodar village had a total population of 3,692 people, including 1,887 males and 1,805 females, living in 615 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.54%, with male literacy at 85.56% and female literacy at 63.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 3,692 | 1,887 | 1,805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 260 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,374 | 1,392 | 982 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,318 | 495 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Galodar
Galodar 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 Galodar
Galodar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Galodar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Galodar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Galodar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galodar
Where is Galodar located?
Galodar village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Galodar is Juna Galodar.
What is the pincode of Galodar?
The pincode of Galodar is 362245.
What is the population of Galodar?
Galodar had a total population of 3,692, including 1,887 males and 1,805 females.
How many households are there in Galodar?
Galodar had 615 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galodar was 74.54%. Male literacy was 85.56% and female literacy was 63.03%.