Galwangsa - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Galwangsa is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Resubelpara and around 85 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwangsa is 274730. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Galwangsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mendipathar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwangsa
As per Census 2011, Galwangsa village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 66 males and 71 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwangsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Galwangsa
Galwangsa 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 Galwangsa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Galwangsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Williamnagar to Galwangsa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwangsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwangsa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galwangsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwangsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galwangsa
Where is Galwangsa located?
Galwangsa village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwangsa?
The pincode of Galwangsa is 794005.
What is the population of Galwangsa?
Galwangsa has a total population of 137, including 66 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Galwangsa?
There are 24 households in Galwangsa.
What is the literacy rate in Galwangsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwangsa is 42.34%. Male literacy is 53.03% and female literacy is 32.39%.