Galakhedi - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Galakhedi is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Santrampur and around 85 km from Godhra. Mota Ambela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galakhedi is 518099. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.86 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Galakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Galakhedi village had a total population of 378 people, including 199 males and 179 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.69%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 72.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 64 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Galakhedi
Galakhedi 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 Galakhedi
Public transport in the Galakhedi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Galakhedi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Galakhedi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galakhedi 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 Galakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galakhedi 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 Galakhedi
Where is Galakhedi located?
Galakhedi village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Galakhedi is Mota Ambela.
What is the pincode of Galakhedi?
The pincode of Galakhedi is 389230.
What is the population of Galakhedi?
Galakhedi had a total population of 378, including 199 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Galakhedi?
Galakhedi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galakhedi was 76.69%. Male literacy was 80.84% and female literacy was 72.33%.