Galtia
Galtia is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 43.6km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Galtia village.
Here you can discover what makes Galtia unique in its vibrant Illambazar-Birbhum region. You’ll see Galtia’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 Galtia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galtia is 317937. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Bolpur is nearest town to Galtia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Galtia
Population of Galtia
According to the 2011 Census, Galtia has a total population of about 1,206, with approximately 624 males and 582 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.61%, with male literacy at about 63.62% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galtia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | 624 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 397 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 227 | 248 |
Connectivity of Galtia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galtia. As per the 2011 stats, Galtia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galtia
Knowing the nearby villages of Galtia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galtia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galtia
- Where is Galtia located?
- Galtia village is situated in Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Galtia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Galtia is Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Galtia?
- The pincode of Galtia is 731214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galtia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galtia is 1,206, with 624 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Galtia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galtia village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galtia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galtia is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 63.62%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.