Galtar - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Galtar is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Galtar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galtar is 477801. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.7 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Galtar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galtar
As per Census 2011, Galtar village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 669 males and 703 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galtar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 669 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 118 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,315 | 642 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 265 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 404 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Galtar
Galtar 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 Galtar
Galtar 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 | 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 Khargone to Galtar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galtar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galtar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galtar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galtar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galtar
Where is Galtar located?
Galtar village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galtar?
Galtar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galtar?
The pincode of Galtar is 451441.
What is the population of Galtar?
Galtar has a total population of 1,372, including 669 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Galtar?
There are 220 households in Galtar.
What is the literacy rate in Galtar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galtar is 33.31%. Male literacy is 39.61% and female literacy is 27.31%.