Galtia - Illambazar, Birbhum
Galtia is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 43.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galtia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galtia is 317937. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.13 hectares and falls under the 731214 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Galtia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Galtia
According to the 2011 Census, Galtia village had a total population of 1,206 people, including 624 males and 582 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 74.48% and female literacy at 67.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Galtia
Galtia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harishchandrapur | West | 0.87 km |
| Chakrup | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Padmabati | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Dhanai Shibrambati | West | 1.54 km |
| Maheswarpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Tulamara | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Nandar | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Hansra | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Satlapur | West | 2.29 km |
| Pachiara | South | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galtia
Galtia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Prantik, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Galtia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Galtia is about 43.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galtia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galtia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galtia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galtia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galtia
Where is Galtia located?
Galtia village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galtia?
The Gram Panchayat of Galtia is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Galtia?
The pincode of Galtia is 731214.
What is the population of Galtia?
Galtia had a total population of 1,206, including 624 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Galtia?
Galtia had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galtia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galtia was 70.97%. Male literacy was 74.48% and female literacy was 67.20%.