Galu
About Galu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Galu village is 013223. Galu village is located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Galu village. As per 2009 stats, Galu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 361.47 hectares. Galu has a total population of 620 peoples, out of which male population is 295 while female population is 325. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1101 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of galu village is 67.74% out of which 80.68% males and 56.00% females are literate. There are about 141 houses in galu village. Pincode of galu village locality is 176120.
When it comes to administration, Galu 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, Galu village comes under Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to galu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Galu
The population details of Galu 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 | 620 | 295 | 325 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 238 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 57 | 143 |
Connectivity of Galu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galu
Where is Galu located?
Galu village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galu?
Galu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galu?
The pincode of Galu is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galu is 620, with 295 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Galu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galu village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galu is 67.74%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.00%.