Galtu - Sunni, Shimla
Galtu is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galtu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galtu is 024190. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Galtu 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 Galtu
According to the 2011 Census, Galtu village had a total population of 9 people, including 5 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Galtu
Galtu 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 Galtu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Galtu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Galtu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galtu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galtu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galtu
Where is Galtu located?
Galtu village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galtu?
The Gram Panchayat of Galtu is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Galtu?
The pincode of Galtu is 171301.
What is the population of Galtu?
Galtu had a total population of 9, including 5 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Galtu?
Galtu had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galtu was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.