Galani - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Galani is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Dhari and around 105 km from Nainital. Galani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galani is 055050. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.79 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Galani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galani
According to the 2011 Census, Galani village had a total population of 982 people, including 530 males and 452 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 62.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 982 | 530 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 393 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 137 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Galani
Galani 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 Galani
Galani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Galani is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Galani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galani 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 Galani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galani
Where is Galani located?
Galani village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galani?
Galani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galani?
The pincode of Galani is 263157.
What is the population of Galani?
Galani had a total population of 982, including 530 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Galani?
Galani had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galani was 77.36%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 62.57%.