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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Galani village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 530 males and 452 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 530 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| 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 has a total population of 982, including 530 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Galani?
There are 167 households in Galani.
What is the literacy rate in Galani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galani is 63.34%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 50.66%.