Galiban - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Galiban is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Yamkeshwar and around 162 km from Pauri. Sila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galiban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galiban is 048742. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.95 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Galiban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galiban
According to the 2011 Census, Galiban village had a total population of 28 people, including 15 males and 13 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 63.64%.
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 | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Galiban
Galiban is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thinga Banj | West | 0.54 km |
| Panchur | North | 0.59 km |
| Pherwa | South | 1.07 km |
| Tilfaria Sera Kandi | West | 1.16 km |
| Maletha | North | 1.24 km |
| Dalmi Sera | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Gaj Sera | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Gwadi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Munzra | North | 1.56 km |
| Dandalaga Sila | West | 1.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galiban
Public transport in the Galiban is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Virbhadra, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Galiban is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Galiban is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galiban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galiban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galiban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galiban 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Galiban
Where is Galiban located?
Galiban village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galiban?
The Gram Panchayat of Galiban is Sila.
What is the pincode of Galiban?
The pincode of Galiban is 246121.
What is the population of Galiban?
Galiban had a total population of 28, including 15 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Galiban?
Galiban had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galiban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galiban was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 63.64%.