Galel

Galel is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Sherle is the gram panchayat of Galel village.

Galel has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galel is 566913. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.59 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Galel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Galel

Below is a concise population overview of Galel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 359 185 174
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 13 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 5 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 295 161 134
Illiterate Population 64 24 40

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galel village:

  • The total population of Galel village is around 359, including approximately 185 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Galel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Galel village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Galel village is about 82.17%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 77.01%.
  • There are around 88 households in Galel village.

Connectivity of Galel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galel. As per the 2011 stats, Galel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galel

Knowing the nearby villages of Galel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galel.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galel

Where is Galel located?
Galel village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galel?
The Gram Panchayat of Galel is Sherle (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Galel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galel is 359, with 185 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Galel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galel village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galel is 82.17%. The male literacy rate is 87.03%, while the female literacy rate is 77.01%.