Galthan - Dharwala, Chamba
Galthan is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Chhatrari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galthan is 007876. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Galthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galthan
According to the 2011 Census, Galthan village had a total population of 294 people, including 149 males and 145 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.94%, with male literacy at 74.79% and female literacy at 59.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Galthan
Galthan 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 Galthan
Galthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Galthan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galthan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galthan
Where is Galthan located?
Galthan village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Galthan is Chhatrari.
What is the pincode of Galthan?
The pincode of Galthan is 176324.
What is the population of Galthan?
Galthan had a total population of 294, including 149 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Galthan?
Galthan had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galthan was 66.94%. Male literacy was 74.79% and female literacy was 59.69%.