Galgale
Galgale is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Galgale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Galgale unique in its vibrant Kagal-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Galgale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Galgale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galgale is 567722. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.75 hectares. Nipani(karnataka) is nearest town to Galgale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Galgale
Population of Galgale
According to the 2011 Census, Galgale has a total population of about 2,184, with approximately 1,113 males and 1,071 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.53%, with male literacy at about 79.51% and female literacy near 65.27%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galgale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,184 | 1,113 | 1,071 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 127 | 100 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 116 | 132 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,584 | 885 | 699 |
Illiterate Population | 600 | 228 | 372 |
Connectivity of Galgale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galgale. As per the 2011 stats, Galgale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galgale
Knowing the nearby villages of Galgale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galgale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galgale
- Where is Galgale located?
- Galgale village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galgale?
- Galgale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galgale is 2,184, with 1,113 males and 1,071 females.
- How many households are there in Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galgale village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galgale is 72.53%. The male literacy rate is 79.51%, while the female literacy rate is 65.27%.