Galan

Galan is a village located in Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Nowgong (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Galan village is also a gram panchayat.

Galan has its own place in the vibrant Chhatarpur 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 Galan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galan is 457682. The village spans a total geographical area of 559.25 hectares. Harpalpur is nearest town to Galan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Galan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,640 867 773
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 260 141 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 325 181 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 862 542 320
Illiterate Population 778 325 453

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

  • The total population of Galan village is around 1,640, including approximately 867 males and 773 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Galan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galan village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galan village is about 52.56%, with male literacy at 62.51% and female literacy at 41.40%.
  • There are around 353 households in Galan village.

Connectivity of Galan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galan. As per the 2011 stats, Galan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Galan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galan

Where is Galan located?
Galan village is situated in Nowgong Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galan?
Galan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Galan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galan is 1,640, with 867 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Galan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galan village has a total of 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galan is 52.56%. The male literacy rate is 62.51%, while the female literacy rate is 41.40%.