Galagan

Galagan is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Govindapur is the gram panchayat of Galagan village.

Galagan has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galagan is 393548. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756049. Soro is nearest town to Galagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Galagan

Below is a concise population overview of Galagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 314 157 157
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 24 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 248 122 126
Illiterate Population 66 35 31

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galagan village:

  • The total population of Galagan village is around 314, including approximately 157 males and 157 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Galagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Galagan village is about 78.98%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 80.25%.
  • There are around 76 households in Galagan village.

Connectivity of Galagan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galagan. As per the 2011 stats, Galagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Galagan

Knowing the nearby villages of Galagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galagan.

Mahatipur Kalarapal Pitapania Nandor Kalajhatia Kumbharkhani Gandibed Shyamasundarpur Parbatipur Randakhajuri Mahinsamunda

Frequently Asked Questions about Galagan

Where is Galagan located?
Galagan village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Galagan is Govindapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galagan?
The pincode of Galagan is 756049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galagan is 314, with 157 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Galagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galagan village has a total of 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galagan is 78.98%. The male literacy rate is 77.71%, while the female literacy rate is 80.25%.