Galkuva

Galkuva is a village located in Songadh taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Songadh (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Vyara. As per 2009 stats, Galkuva village is also a gram panchayat.

Galkuva has its own place in the vibrant Tapi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galkuva

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galkuva is 524627. The village spans a total geographical area of 539.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394365. Vyara is nearest town to Galkuva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Galkuva

Below is a concise population overview of Galkuva as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,725 833 892
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 148 63 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,710 825 885
Literate Population 1,159 624 535
Illiterate Population 566 209 357

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galkuva village:

  • The total population of Galkuva village is around 1,725, including approximately 833 males and 892 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Galkuva village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galkuva village has 1,710 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Galkuva village is about 67.19%, with male literacy at 74.91% and female literacy at 59.98%.
  • There are around 372 households in Galkuva village.

Connectivity of Galkuva

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galkuva. As per the 2011 stats, Galkuva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galkuva

Knowing the nearby villages of Galkuva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galkuva.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galkuva

Where is Galkuva located?
Galkuva village is situated in Songadh Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galkuva?
Galkuva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galkuva?
The pincode of Galkuva is 394365, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galkuva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galkuva is 1,725, with 833 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Galkuva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galkuva village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galkuva as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galkuva is 67.19%. The male literacy rate is 74.91%, while the female literacy rate is 59.98%.