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.
Here you can discover what makes Galian unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Galian’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Galian has a total population of about 175, with approximately 81 males and 94 females. The sex ratio is around 1160 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.00%, with male literacy at about 82.72% and female literacy near 70.21%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.