Galgale
About Galgale
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Galgale village is 324638. Galgale village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 36.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Somaspur I is the gram panchayat of Galgale village.
The total geographical area of village is 63.09 hectares. Galgale has a total population of 319 peoples, out of which male population is 168 while female population is 151. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of galgale village is 66.14% out of which 73.21% males and 58.28% females are literate. There are about 89 houses in galgale village. Pincode of galgale village locality is 712302.
When it comes to administration, Galgale village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Galgale village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to galgale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Galgale
The population details of Galgale cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 168 | 151 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 123 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 45 | 63 |
Connectivity of Galgale
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galgale
Where is Galgale located?
Galgale village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galgale?
The Gram Panchayat of Galgale is Somaspur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Galgale?
The pincode of Galgale is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galgale is 319, with 168 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Galgale village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galgale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galgale is 66.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 58.28%.