Galian
Galian is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Galian village. As per 2009 stats, Galian village is also a gram panchayat.
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 019333. The village spans a total geographical area of 25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174031. 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 Jhanduta 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.
Google Map of Galian
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 | 175 | 81 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galian village:
- The total population of Galian village is around 175, including approximately 81 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 1160 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Galian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galian village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Galian village is about 76.00%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 70.21%.
- There are around 43 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 Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galian?
- Galian serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Galian?
- The pincode of Galian is 174031, 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 175, with 81 males and 94 females.
- How many households are there in Galian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galian village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galian as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galian is 76.00%. The male literacy rate is 82.72%, while the female literacy rate is 70.21%.