Galiaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Galiaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mohupadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galiaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galiaguda is 430423. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Galiaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galiaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Galiaguda village had a total population of 498 people, including 227 males and 271 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.92%, with male literacy at 17.84% and female literacy at 5.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 497.
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 | 498 | 227 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 226 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 33 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 194 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Galiaguda
Galiaguda 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 Galiaguda
Galiaguda 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 5-10 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 Malkangiri to Galiaguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Galiaguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galiaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galiaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galiaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galiaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galiaguda
Where is Galiaguda located?
Galiaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galiaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Galiaguda is Mohupadar.
What is the pincode of Galiaguda?
The pincode of Galiaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Galiaguda?
Galiaguda had a total population of 498, including 227 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Galiaguda?
Galiaguda had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galiaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galiaguda was 10.92%. Male literacy was 17.84% and female literacy was 5.05%.