Galatga

Galatga is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Galataga is the gram panchayat of Galatga village.

Here you can discover what makes Galatga unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Galatga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Galatga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galatga is 597166. The village spans a total geographical area of 1036.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591219. Sadalgi is nearest town to Galatga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Galatga 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 Nippani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Galatga

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Population of Galatga

According to the 2011 Census, Galatga has a total population of about 9,817, with approximately 5,004 males and 4,813 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,042 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,290 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.64%, with male literacy at about 75.60% and female literacy near 59.36%. There are around 2,141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galatga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,817 5,004 4,813
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,042 535 507
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,290 1,136 1,154
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 3 2
Literate Population 6,640 3,783 2,857
Illiterate Population 3,177 1,221 1,956

Connectivity of Galatga

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Galatga

Where is Galatga located?
Galatga village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galatga?
The Gram Panchayat of Galatga is Galataga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galatga?
The pincode of Galatga is 591219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galatga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galatga is 9,817, with 5,004 males and 4,813 females.
How many households are there in Galatga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galatga village has a total of 2,141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galatga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galatga is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 75.60%, while the female literacy rate is 59.36%.