Galnau

Galnau is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Siran is the gram panchayat of Galnau village.

Galnau has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Galnau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galnau is 041282. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246444. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Galnau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Galnau

Below is a concise population overview of Galnau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 162 69 93
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 11 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 118 58 60
Illiterate Population 44 11 33

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Galnau village:

  • The total population of Galnau village is around 162, including approximately 69 males and 93 females, with a sex ratio of 1347 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Galnau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Galnau village is about 72.84%, with male literacy at 84.06% and female literacy at 64.52%.
  • There are around 41 households in Galnau village.

Connectivity of Galnau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galnau. As per the 2011 stats, Galnau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Galnau

Knowing the nearby villages of Galnau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galnau.

Duwa Srikot Bholnaon Baula Jhirkoti Siran Aind Sindwani Laga Jhirkoti Paduligwar Sindwani Laga Kanda Sidoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Galnau

Where is Galnau located?
Galnau village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galnau?
The Gram Panchayat of Galnau is Siran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galnau?
The pincode of Galnau is 246444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galnau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galnau is 162, with 69 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Galnau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galnau village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galnau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galnau is 72.84%. The male literacy rate is 84.06%, while the female literacy rate is 64.52%.