Galwangittok - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Galwangittok is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwangittok is 275898. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Galwangittok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwangittok
According to the 2011 Census, Galwangittok village had a total population of 93 people, including 45 males and 48 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.51%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 2.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 31 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 14 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Galwangittok
Galwangittok 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 Galwangittok
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Galwangittok.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baghmara to Galwangittok is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwangittok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwangittok 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 Galwangittok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwangittok 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 Galwangittok
Where is Galwangittok located?
Galwangittok village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwangittok?
The pincode of Galwangittok is 794103.
What is the population of Galwangittok?
Galwangittok had a total population of 93, including 45 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Galwangittok?
Galwangittok had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwangittok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwangittok was 40.51%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 2.27%.