Galbal - Birsinghpur, Satna
Galbal is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Galwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galbal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galbal is 463505. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.65 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Jaitwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Galbal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galbal
According to the 2011 Census, Galbal village had a total population of 1,013 people, including 546 males and 467 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 1,013 | 546 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 374 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 172 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Galbal
Galbal 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 Galbal
Galbal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Galbal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaitwara to Galbal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Galbal is about 40 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 Galbal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galbal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galbal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galbal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Galbal
Where is Galbal located?
Galbal village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galbal?
The Gram Panchayat of Galbal is Galwal.
What is the pincode of Galbal?
The pincode of Galbal is 485226.
What is the population of Galbal?
Galbal had a total population of 1,013, including 546 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Galbal?
Galbal had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galbal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galbal was 72.55%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 64.15%.