Galoti - Khundian, Kangra
Galoti is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khundian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galoti is 011013. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.84 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Galoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galoti
According to the 2011 Census, Galoti village had a total population of 145 people, including 63 males and 82 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,302 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.30%.
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 | 145 | 63 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 6 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Galoti
Galoti 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 Galoti
Galoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Galoti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Galoti
Where is Galoti located?
Galoti village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Galoti is Khundian.
What is the pincode of Galoti?
The pincode of Galoti is 176030.
What is the population of Galoti?
Galoti had a total population of 145, including 63 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Galoti?
Galoti had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galoti was 92.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.30%.