Galhun
About Galhun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Galhun village is 016636. Galhun village is located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Galhun village. As per 2009 stats, Ghaloon is the gram panchayat of Galhun village.
The total geographical area of village is 149.28 hectares. Galhun has a total population of 550 peoples, out of which male population is 254 while female population is 296. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1165 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of galhun village is 78.73% out of which 84.25% males and 73.99% females are literate. There are about 127 houses in galhun village. Pincode of galhun village locality is 177033.
When it comes to administration, Galhun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Galhun village comes under Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to galhun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Galhun
The population details of Galhun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 254 | 296 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 265 | 124 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 433 | 214 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 40 | 77 |
Connectivity of Galhun
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galhun
Where is Galhun located?
Galhun village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galhun?
The Gram Panchayat of Galhun is Ghaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galhun?
The pincode of Galhun is 177033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galhun is 550, with 254 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Galhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galhun village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galhun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galhun is 78.73%. The male literacy rate is 84.25%, while the female literacy rate is 73.99%.