Galu Kalan
About Galu Kalan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Galu Kalan village is 025177. Galu Kalan village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Galu Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Shateyan is the gram panchayat of Galu Kalan village.
The total geographical area of village is 129.27 hectares. Galu Kalan has a total population of 243 peoples, out of which male population is 116 while female population is 127. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1094 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of galu kalan village is 84.77% out of which 91.38% males and 78.74% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in galu kalan village. Pincode of galu kalan village locality is 171209.
When it comes to administration, Galu Kalan 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 Kalan village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to galu kalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Galu Kalan
The population details of Galu Kalan 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 | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Connectivity of Galu Kalan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galu Kalan
Where is Galu Kalan located?
Galu Kalan village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galu Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Galu Kalan is Shateyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galu Kalan?
The pincode of Galu Kalan is 171209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galu Kalan is 243, with 116 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Galu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galu Kalan village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galu Kalan is 84.77%. The male literacy rate is 91.38%, while the female literacy rate is 78.74%.