Galyala - Bhawarna, Kangra
Galyala is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from Dharmsala. Chhainchheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galyala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galyala is 011715. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.45 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Galyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galyala
According to the 2011 Census, Galyala village had a total population of 55 people, including 23 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,391 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 70.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Galyala
Galyala 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 Galyala
Galyala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Galyala is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Galyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Galyala
Where is Galyala located?
Galyala village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galyala?
The Gram Panchayat of Galyala is Chhainchheri.
What is the pincode of Galyala?
The pincode of Galyala is 176086.
What is the population of Galyala?
Galyala had a total population of 55, including 23 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Galyala?
Galyala had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galyala was 81.13%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 70.97%.