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
As per Census 2011, Galodar village has a total population of 3,692 people, consisting of 1,887 males and 1,805 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,374 literate and 1,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galodar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,692, including 1,887 males and 1,805 females.
How many households are there in Galodar?
There are 615 households in Galodar.
What is the literacy rate in Galodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galodar is 64.30%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 54.40%.