Galah - Jalog, Shimla
Galah is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Shimla. Dharogra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galah is 024171. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Galah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galah
According to the 2011 Census, Galah village had a total population of 53 people, including 27 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.92%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.31%.
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 | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Galah
Galah 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 Galah
Public transport in the Galah is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Galah is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galah
Where is Galah located?
Galah village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galah?
The Gram Panchayat of Galah is Dharogra.
What is the pincode of Galah?
The pincode of Galah is 171019.
What is the population of Galah?
Galah had a total population of 53, including 27 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Galah?
Galah had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galah was 95.92%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.31%.