Galagar - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Galagar is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jipti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galagar is 049094. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.28 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Galagar 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galagar
According to the 2011 Census, Galagar village had a total population of 281 people, including 143 males and 138 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 68.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 281 | 143 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 115 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 28 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Galagar
Galagar 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 Galagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Galagar.
| 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 Dharchula to Galagar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Galagar is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galagar 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 Galagar
Where is Galagar located?
Galagar village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Galagar is Jipti.
What is the pincode of Galagar?
The pincode of Galagar is 262547.
What is the population of Galagar?
Galagar had a total population of 281, including 143 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Galagar?
Galagar had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galagar was 80.49%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 68.03%.