Galukateni
Galukateni is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kadua is the gram panchayat of Galukateni village.
Galukateni has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Galukateni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galukateni is 402384. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759018. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Galukateni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galukateni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Galukateni
Below is a concise population overview of Galukateni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 606 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 486 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 120 | 185 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galukateni village:
- The total population of Galukateni village is around 1,188, including approximately 606 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Galukateni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Galukateni village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 181 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Galukateni village is about 74.33%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 68.21%.
- There are around 313 households in Galukateni village.
Connectivity of Galukateni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galukateni. As per the 2011 stats, Galukateni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galukateni
Knowing the nearby villages of Galukateni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galukateni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galukateni
- Where is Galukateni located?
- Galukateni village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galukateni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galukateni is Kadua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galukateni?
- The pincode of Galukateni is 759018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galukateni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galukateni is 1,188, with 606 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Galukateni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galukateni village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galukateni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galukateni is 74.33%. The male literacy rate is 80.20%, while the female literacy rate is 68.21%.