Galtare - Wada, Palghar
Galtare is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Galtare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galtare is 552030. The village covers a total geographical area of 679 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Galtare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galtare
According to the 2011 Census, Galtare village had a total population of 2,474 people, including 1,336 males and 1,138 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.74%, with male literacy at 83.25% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,273.
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 | 2,474 | 1,336 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 166 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,273 | 1,179 | 1,094 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 974 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 362 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Galtare
Galtare 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 Galtare
Galtare 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 Palghar to Galtare is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Galtare is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galtare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galtare 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 Galtare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galtare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galtare
Where is Galtare located?
Galtare village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galtare?
Galtare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galtare?
The pincode of Galtare is 421303.
What is the population of Galtare?
Galtare had a total population of 2,474, including 1,336 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Galtare?
Galtare had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galtare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galtare was 73.74%. Male literacy was 83.25% and female literacy was 62.65%.