Galuwa
Galuwa is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Galuwa village. As per 2009 stats, Mandyali is the gram panchayat of Galuwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Galuwa unique in its vibrant Naina Devi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Galuwa’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 Galuwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galuwa is 019540. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174310. Naina Devi is nearest town to Galuwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galuwa 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 Sri naina Deviji 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 Galuwa
Population of Galuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Galuwa has a total population of about 80, with approximately 41 males and 39 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.00%, with male literacy at about 75.61% and female literacy near 43.59%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galuwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Connectivity of Galuwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galuwa. As per the 2011 stats, Galuwa 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 Galuwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Galuwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galuwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galuwa
- Where is Galuwa located?
- Galuwa village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galuwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galuwa is Mandyali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galuwa?
- The pincode of Galuwa is 174310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galuwa is 80, with 41 males and 39 females.
- How many households are there in Galuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galuwa village has a total of 11 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galuwa is 60.00%. The male literacy rate is 75.61%, while the female literacy rate is 43.59%.