Galonda - Depalpur, Indore
Galonda is a village situated in the Depalpur tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Depalpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Indore. Galonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galonda is 476040. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.34 hectares and falls under the 453001 pincode. Depalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Galonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galonda
As per Census 2011, Galonda village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 356 males and 337 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 356 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 264 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 92 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Galonda
Galonda 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 Galonda
Galonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Depalpur to Galonda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Galonda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galonda
Where is Galonda located?
Galonda village is located in Depalpur Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galonda?
Galonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galonda?
The pincode of Galonda is 453001.
What is the population of Galonda?
Galonda has a total population of 693, including 356 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Galonda?
There are 126 households in Galonda.
What is the literacy rate in Galonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galonda is 63.64%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 52.52%.