Gallian - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Gallian is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Galian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gallian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gallian is 019333. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 174031 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Gallian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gallian
According to the 2011 Census, Gallian village had a total population of 175 people, including 81 males and 94 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.08%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 81.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 175 | 81 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Gallian
Gallian 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 Gallian
Gallian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gallian is about 28 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 Gallian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gallian 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 Gallian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gallian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gallian
Where is Gallian located?
Gallian village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gallian?
The Gram Panchayat of Gallian is Galian.
What is the pincode of Gallian?
The pincode of Gallian is 174031.
What is the population of Gallian?
Gallian had a total population of 175, including 81 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Gallian?
Gallian had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gallian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gallian was 88.08%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 81.48%.