Galau

Galau is a village located in Sonahatu subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. As per 2009 stats, Galau village is also a gram panchayat.

Galau has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 Galau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galau is 373960. The village spans a total geographical area of 718.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835204. Sonahatu is nearest town to Galau village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Galau

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,734 880 854
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 148 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 12 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 775 398 377
Literate Population 944 582 362
Illiterate Population 790 298 492

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

  • The total population of Galau village is around 1,734, including approximately 880 males and 854 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Galau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galau village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 775 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Galau village is about 54.44%, with male literacy at 66.14% and female literacy at 42.39%.
  • There are around 446 households in Galau village.

Connectivity of Galau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galau. As per the 2011 stats, Galau 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Galau

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

Kuriamu Poadiri Jintu Serenghatu Nimdih Silwai Haratu Mahilong Baram Kewali Sidraul

Frequently Asked Questions about Galau

Where is Galau located?
Galau village is situated in Sonahatu Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galau?
Galau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Galau?
The pincode of Galau is 835204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galau is 1,734, with 880 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Galau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galau village has a total of 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galau is 54.44%. The male literacy rate is 66.14%, while the female literacy rate is 42.39%.