Galu - Tikken, Mandi
Galu is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Lapas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galu is 013001. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.24 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Galu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galu
According to the 2011 Census, Galu village had a total population of 160 people, including 82 males and 78 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 56.72%.
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 | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 29 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Galu
Galu 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 Galu
Public transport in the Galu is mainly available through shared van 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 Mandi to Galu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galu
Where is Galu located?
Galu village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galu?
The Gram Panchayat of Galu is Lapas.
What is the pincode of Galu?
The pincode of Galu is 175013.
What is the population of Galu?
Galu had a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Galu?
Galu had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galu was 65.94%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 56.72%.