Galian
Galian is a village located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Galian village. As per 2009 stats, Karloti is the gram panchayat of Galian village.
Galian has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Galian
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galian is 018967. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174029. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Galian village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Galian village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Galian
Below is a concise population overview of Galian as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 193 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 78 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 33 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galian village:
- The total population of Galian village is around 419, including approximately 193 males and 226 females, with a sex ratio of 1170 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Galian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galian village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Galian village is about 77.80%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 73.45%.
- There are around 90 households in Galian village.
Connectivity of Galian
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galian. As per the 2011 stats, Galian 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galian
Knowing the nearby villages of Galian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galian.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galian
- Where is Galian located?
- Galian village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galian?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galian is Karloti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galian?
- The pincode of Galian is 174029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galian is 419, with 193 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Galian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galian village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galian as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galian is 77.80%. The male literacy rate is 82.90%, while the female literacy rate is 73.45%.