Galai
Galai is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Galai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Galai unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Galai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Galai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galai is 051294. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263635. Bageshwar is nearest town to Galai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Galai
Population of Galai
According to the 2011 Census, Galai has a total population of about 631, with approximately 263 males and 368 females. The sex ratio is around 1399 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.81%, with male literacy at about 72.62% and female literacy near 54.08%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 263 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 390 | 191 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 72 | 169 |
Connectivity of Galai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galai. As per the 2011 stats, Galai 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 Galai
Knowing the nearby villages of Galai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galai
- Where is Galai located?
- Galai village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galai?
- Galai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Galai?
- The pincode of Galai is 263635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galai is 631, with 263 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Galai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galai village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galai is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 72.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.08%.