Galati - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Galati is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Galati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galati is 049136. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.16 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Galati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Galati
As per Census 2011, Galati village has a total population of 2,236 people, consisting of 1,067 males and 1,169 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,067 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 212 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 138 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 731 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 336 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Galati
Galati 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 Galati
Galati 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 | 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 Galati is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Galati is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galati
Where is Galati located?
Galati village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galati?
Galati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galati?
The pincode of Galati is 262545.
What is the population of Galati?
Galati has a total population of 2,236, including 1,067 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Galati?
There are 438 households in Galati.
What is the literacy rate in Galati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galati is 56.08%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 44.74%.