Galoh (40/12) - Bhota, Hamirpur
Galoh (40/12) is a village situated in the Bhota tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Hamirpur. Karer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galoh (40/12) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galoh (40/12) is 017575. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.68 hectares and falls under the 174311 pincode. Bhota is the nearest town.
Galoh (40/12) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galoh (40/12)
According to the 2011 Census, Galoh (40/12) village had a total population of 185 people, including 86 males and 99 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 79.31%.
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 | 185 | 86 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Galoh (40/12)
Galoh (40/12) 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 Galoh (40/12)
Galoh (40/12) 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 Hamirpur to Galoh (40/12) is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galoh (40/12)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galoh (40/12) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galoh (40/12)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galoh (40/12) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galoh (40/12)
Where is Galoh (40/12) located?
Galoh (40/12) village is located in Bhota Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galoh (40/12)?
The Gram Panchayat of Galoh (40/12) is Karer.
What is the pincode of Galoh (40/12)?
The pincode of Galoh (40/12) is 174311.
What is the population of Galoh (40/12)?
Galoh (40/12) had a total population of 185, including 86 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Galoh (40/12)?
Galoh (40/12) had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galoh (40/12)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galoh (40/12) was 82.93%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 79.31%.