Galassin - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Galassin is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dabhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galassin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galassin is 018949. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.91 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Galassin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galassin
According to the 2011 Census, Galassin village had a total population of 485 people, including 230 males and 255 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.63%, with male literacy at 98.03% and female literacy at 83.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 485 | 230 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 199 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 31 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Galassin
Galassin 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 Galassin
Public transport in the Galassin is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Galassin is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galassin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galassin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Galassin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galassin 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 Galassin
Where is Galassin located?
Galassin village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galassin?
The Gram Panchayat of Galassin is Dabhla.
What is the pincode of Galassin?
The pincode of Galassin is 174021.
What is the population of Galassin?
Galassin had a total population of 485, including 230 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Galassin?
Galassin had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galassin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galassin was 90.63%. Male literacy was 98.03% and female literacy was 83.93%.