Galaba - Gundala, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Galaba is a village situated in the Gundala mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Gundala and around 120 km from Khammam. Gundala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galaba is 579418. The village covers a total geographical area of 3398 hectares and falls under the 507123 pincode. Yellandu is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Galaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pinapaka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galaba
As per Census 2011, Galaba village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 116 males and 126 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 116 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 69 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Galaba
Galaba 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 Galaba
Galaba 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 Yellandu to Galaba is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Galaba is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galaba 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galaba 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Galaba
Where is Galaba located?
Galaba village is located in Gundala Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Galaba is Gundala.
What is the pincode of Galaba?
The pincode of Galaba is 507123.
What is the population of Galaba?
Galaba has a total population of 242, including 116 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Galaba?
There are 61 households in Galaba.
What is the literacy rate in Galaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galaba is 42.15%. Male literacy is 40.52% and female literacy is 43.65%.