Galai - Garud, Bageshwar
Galai is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Galai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galai is 051294. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.6 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Galai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Galai
According to the 2011 Census, Galai village had a total population of 631 people, including 263 males and 368 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,399 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.43%, with male literacy at 91.83% and female literacy at 62.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 631 | 263 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 191 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 72 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Galai
Galai 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 Galai
Galai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Galai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galai
Where is Galai located?
Galai village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galai?
Galai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galai?
The pincode of Galai is 263635.
What is the population of Galai?
Galai had a total population of 631, including 263 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Galai?
Galai had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galai was 74.43%. Male literacy was 91.83% and female literacy was 62.97%.