Galoo
Galoo is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Joura is the gram panchayat of Galoo village.
Galoo has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 Galoo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galoo is 004291. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Thathri is nearest town to Galoo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galoo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Galoo
Population of Galoo
Below is a concise population overview of Galoo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 111 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 87 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galoo village:
- The total population of Galoo village is around 399, including approximately 198 males and 201 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Galoo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galoo village has 165 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Galoo village is about 47.62%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 39.30%.
- There are around 86 households in Galoo village.
Connectivity of Galoo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galoo. As per the 2011 stats, Galoo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galoo
Knowing the nearby villages of Galoo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galoo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galoo
- Where is Galoo located?
- Galoo village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galoo?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galoo is Joura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galoo?
- The pincode of Galoo is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galoo is 399, with 198 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Galoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galoo village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galoo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galoo is 47.62%. The male literacy rate is 56.06%, while the female literacy rate is 39.30%.