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
As per Census 2011, Galthan village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 149 males and 145 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galthan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 294, including 149 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Galthan?
There are 52 households in Galthan.
What is the literacy rate in Galthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galthan is 56.46%. Male literacy is 59.73% and female literacy is 53.10%.