Galagan - Khaira, Balasore
Galagan is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Khaira and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galagan is 393548. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Galagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galagan
As per Census 2011, Galagan village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 157 males and 157 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 66 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 122 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Galagan
Galagan 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 Galagan
Public transport in the Galagan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Galagan is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Galagan is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Galagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galagan
Where is Galagan located?
Galagan village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Galagan is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Galagan?
The pincode of Galagan is 756049.
What is the population of Galagan?
Galagan has a total population of 314, including 157 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Galagan?
There are 76 households in Galagan.
What is the literacy rate in Galagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galagan is 78.98%. Male literacy is 77.71% and female literacy is 80.25%.