Galiote - Panchari, Udhampur
Galiote is a village situated in the Panchari tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 86 km from Udhampur and around 86 km from Udhampur. Galiote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galiote is 004802. The village covers a total geographical area of 2557.2 hectares and falls under the 182125 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Galiote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galiote
According to the 2011 Census, Galiote village had a total population of 2,276 people, including 1,157 males and 1,119 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.84%, with male literacy at 59.85% and female literacy at 34.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 332.
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 | 2,276 | 1,157 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 213 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 565 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 592 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Galiote
Galiote 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 Galiote
Public transport in the Galiote is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Galiote is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galiote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galiote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galiote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galiote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galiote
Where is Galiote located?
Galiote village is located in Panchari Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galiote?
Galiote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galiote?
The pincode of Galiote is 182125.
What is the population of Galiote?
Galiote had a total population of 2,276, including 1,157 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Galiote?
Galiote had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galiote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galiote was 47.84%. Male literacy was 59.85% and female literacy was 34.99%.