Galian - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Galian is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karloti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galian is 018967. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.93 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Galian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Galian
As per Census 2011, Galian village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 193 males and 226 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 193 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 78 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 33 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Galian
Galian 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 Galian
Galian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Galian is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galian
Where is Galian located?
Galian village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galian?
The Gram Panchayat of Galian is Karloti.
What is the pincode of Galian?
The pincode of Galian is 174029.
What is the population of Galian?
Galian has a total population of 419, including 193 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Galian?
There are 90 households in Galian.
What is the literacy rate in Galian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galian is 77.80%. Male literacy is 82.90% and female literacy is 73.45%.