Galamgaon - Manora, Washim
Galamgaon is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Deurawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galamgaon is 531089. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.09 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Galamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galamgaon
As per Census 2011, Galamgaon village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 96 males and 104 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Galamgaon
Galamgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitholi | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Mahuli | South | 2.13 km |
| Chakur | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Karkheda | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Ramtirth | North | 3.00 km |
| Chikhali | East | 3.20 km |
| Gavha | West | 3.95 km |
| Soijana | East | 4.13 km |
| Hatana | South | 4.36 km |
| Yeshawantnagar | North | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galamgaon
Public transport in the Galamgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| 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 Karanja to Galamgaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Galamgaon is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galamgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galamgaon
Where is Galamgaon located?
Galamgaon village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galamgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Galamgaon is Deurawadi.
What is the pincode of Galamgaon?
The pincode of Galamgaon is 444404.
What is the population of Galamgaon?
Galamgaon has a total population of 200, including 96 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Galamgaon?
There are 52 households in Galamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Galamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galamgaon is 81.00%. Male literacy is 86.46% and female literacy is 75.96%.