Galod - Namhol, Bilaspur
Galod is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sikroha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galod is 019890. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Galod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Galod
According to the 2011 Census, Galod village had a total population of 187 people, including 97 males and 90 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.15%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Galod
Galod 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 Galod
Galod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Galod is about 40 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 Galod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Galod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galod
Where is Galod located?
Galod village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galod?
The Gram Panchayat of Galod is Sikroha.
What is the pincode of Galod?
The pincode of Galod is 174032.
What is the population of Galod?
Galod had a total population of 187, including 97 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Galod?
Galod had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galod was 75.15%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.