Galetha - Joura, Morena
Galetha is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Galetha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galetha is 452442. The village covers a total geographical area of 2504 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Galetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galetha
As per Census 2011, Galetha village has a total population of 11,167 people, consisting of 6,170 males and 4,997 females. The village has 2,064 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,887 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,621 literate and 4,546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galetha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,167 | 6,170 | 4,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,887 | 1,032 | 855 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,296 | 707 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,621 | 4,252 | 2,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,546 | 1,918 | 2,628 |
Nearby Villages of Galetha
Galetha 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 Galetha
Galetha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Galetha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Galetha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Galetha 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 Galetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galetha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galetha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Galetha
Where is Galetha located?
Galetha village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galetha?
Galetha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galetha?
The pincode of Galetha is 476221.
What is the population of Galetha?
Galetha has a total population of 11,167, including 6,170 males and 4,997 females.
How many households are there in Galetha?
There are 2,064 households in Galetha.
What is the literacy rate in Galetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galetha is 59.29%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 47.41%.