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
As per Census 2011, Galtare village has a total population of 2,474 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,138 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,603 literate and 871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galtare are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,474, including 1,336 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Galtare?
There are 449 households in Galtare.
What is the literacy rate in Galtare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galtare is 64.79%. Male literacy is 72.90% and female literacy is 55.27%.