Galot

Galot is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Galot village. As per 2009 stats, Galot village is also a gram panchayat.

Galot has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galot is 024398. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Galot village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Galot

Below is a concise population overview of Galot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 214 109 105
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 15 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 18 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 148 77 71
Illiterate Population 66 32 34

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galot village:

  • The total population of Galot village is around 214, including approximately 109 males and 105 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Galot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galot village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galot village is about 69.16%, with male literacy at 70.64% and female literacy at 67.62%.
  • There are around 37 households in Galot village.

Connectivity of Galot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galot. As per the 2011 stats, Galot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galot

Knowing the nearby villages of Galot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galot

Where is Galot located?
Galot village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galot?
Galot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galot?
The pincode of Galot is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galot is 214, with 109 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Galot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galot village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galot is 69.16%. The male literacy rate is 70.64%, while the female literacy rate is 67.62%.