Galhuta

Galhuta is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Galutha Kangra is the gram panchayat of Galhuta village.

Galhuta has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Galhuta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galhuta is 001216. The village spans a total geographical area of 1839 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Galhuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Galhuta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,372 3,674 3,698
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,260 702 558
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 866 458 408
Literate Population 4,487 2,488 1,999
Illiterate Population 2,885 1,186 1,699

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

  • The total population of Galhuta village is around 7,372, including approximately 3,674 males and 3,698 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,260 children aged 0–6 years in Galhuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galhuta village has 866 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Galhuta village is about 60.87%, with male literacy at 67.72% and female literacy at 54.06%.
  • There are around 1,434 households in Galhuta village.

Connectivity of Galhuta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galhuta. As per the 2011 stats, Galhuta 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 Galhuta

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galhuta

Where is Galhuta located?
Galhuta village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galhuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Galhuta is Galutha Kangra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galhuta?
The pincode of Galhuta is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galhuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galhuta is 7,372, with 3,674 males and 3,698 females.
How many households are there in Galhuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galhuta village has a total of 1,434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galhuta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galhuta is 60.87%. The male literacy rate is 67.72%, while the female literacy rate is 54.06%.