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
As per Census 2011, Galwangittok village has a total population of 93 people, consisting of 45 males and 48 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwangittok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 93, including 45 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Galwangittok?
There are 16 households in Galwangittok.
What is the literacy rate in Galwangittok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwangittok is 34.41%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 2.08%.