Galihalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Galihalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hiremalali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galihalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galihalli is 607029. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.18 hectares and falls under the 577221 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Galihalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galihalli
According to the 2011 Census, Galihalli village had a total population of 680 people, including 341 males and 339 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.20%, with male literacy at 83.27% and female literacy at 73.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 680 | 341 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 234 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 107 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Galihalli
Galihalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belavanthanahalli | North | 1.03 km |
| Thimlapura (jodi) | South | 1.08 km |
| Byranahalli | West | 2.16 km |
| Thilineerkatte | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Mudigere | South | 2.34 km |
| Chikkamalali | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Nallur | North | 2.63 km |
| Billahalli | East | 2.74 km |
| Anapura | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Donihalli | South-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galihalli
Public transport in the Galihalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Channagiri to Galihalli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Galihalli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galihalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galihalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galihalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galihalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galihalli
Where is Galihalli located?
Galihalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galihalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Galihalli is Hiremalali.
What is the pincode of Galihalli?
The pincode of Galihalli is 577221.
What is the population of Galihalli?
Galihalli had a total population of 680, including 341 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Galihalli?
Galihalli had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galihalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galihalli was 78.20%. Male literacy was 83.27% and female literacy was 73.40%.