Galaichandi - Labpur, Birbhum
Galaichandi is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 40.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kurunnahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galaichandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galaichandi is 317555. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.16 hectares and falls under the 731304 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Galaichandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Galaichandi
According to the 2011 Census, Galaichandi village had a total population of 1,753 people, including 900 males and 853 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 1,753 | 900 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 599 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 301 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Galaichandi
Galaichandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Ishakpur | North | 1.05 km |
| Dangal | West | 1.25 km |
| Kandarkula | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Par Abad | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Mirity | South | 1.91 km |
| Manikpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Thiba | East | 2.25 km |
| Purbba Sahapur | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Sitalgram | West | 2.44 km |
| Kurnahar | North | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galaichandi
Galaichandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Galaichandi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Galaichandi is about 40.5 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 Galaichandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galaichandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galaichandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galaichandi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galaichandi
Where is Galaichandi located?
Galaichandi village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galaichandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Galaichandi is Kurunnahar.
What is the pincode of Galaichandi?
The pincode of Galaichandi is 731304.
What is the population of Galaichandi?
Galaichandi had a total population of 1,753, including 900 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Galaichandi?
Galaichandi had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galaichandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galaichandi was 70.94%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 64.46%.