Galsi
Galsi is a village located in Galsi Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. Barddhaman and Galsi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Galsi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Galsi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Galsi unique in its vibrant Galsi Ii-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Galsi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Galsi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galsi is 319963. The village spans a total geographical area of 878.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713406. Burdwan is nearest town to Galsi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Galsi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Galsi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Galsi
Population of Galsi
According to the 2011 Census, Galsi has a total population of about 10,700, with approximately 5,394 males and 5,306 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,094 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,624 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.22%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 61.63%. There are around 2,624 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galsi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 10,700 | 5,394 | 5,306 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,094 | 558 | 536 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,624 | 1,820 | 1,804 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 96 | 124 |
Literate Population | 7,193 | 3,923 | 3,270 |
Illiterate Population | 3,507 | 1,471 | 2,036 |
Connectivity of Galsi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galsi. As per the 2011 stats, Galsi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Galsi
Knowing the nearby villages of Galsi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galsi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galsi
- Where is Galsi located?
- Galsi village is situated in Galsi Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galsi?
- Galsi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Galsi?
- The pincode of Galsi is 713406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galsi is 10,700, with 5,394 males and 5,306 females.
- How many households are there in Galsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galsi village has a total of 2,624 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galsi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galsi is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 61.63%.