Galuwa - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Galuwa is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mandyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galuwa is 019540. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.67 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Galuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Galuwa village had a total population of 80 people, including 41 males and 39 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Galuwa
Galuwa 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 Galuwa
Public transport in the Galuwa is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Galuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Galuwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Galuwa is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galuwa 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 Galuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galuwa 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 Galuwa
Where is Galuwa located?
Galuwa village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Galuwa is Mandyali.
What is the pincode of Galuwa?
The pincode of Galuwa is 174310.
What is the population of Galuwa?
Galuwa had a total population of 80, including 41 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Galuwa?
Galuwa had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galuwa was 73.85%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 54.84%.