Galusahi - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Galusahi is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Galusahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galusahi is 388655. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 757039 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Galusahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galusahi
As per Census 2011, Galusahi village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 273 males and 228 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galusahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 273 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 168 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 196 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 77 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Galusahi
Galusahi 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 Galusahi
Galusahi 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 Karanjia to Galusahi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Galusahi is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galusahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galusahi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galusahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galusahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galusahi
Where is Galusahi located?
Galusahi village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galusahi?
Galusahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galusahi?
The pincode of Galusahi is 757039.
What is the population of Galusahi?
Galusahi has a total population of 501, including 273 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Galusahi?
There are 119 households in Galusahi.
What is the literacy rate in Galusahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galusahi is 65.87%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 58.77%.