Galesuga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Galesuga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galesuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galesuga is 416326. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Galesuga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galesuga
According to the 2011 Census, Galesuga village had a total population of 122 people, including 71 males and 51 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 718 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 43.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 46 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Galesuga
Galesuga 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 Galesuga
Galesuga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Phulabani to Galesuga is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Galesuga is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galesuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galesuga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galesuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galesuga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galesuga
Where is Galesuga located?
Galesuga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galesuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Galesuga is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Galesuga?
The pincode of Galesuga is 762011.
What is the population of Galesuga?
Galesuga had a total population of 122, including 71 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Galesuga?
Galesuga had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galesuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galesuga was 61.90%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 43.18%.