Galsi - Galsi - II, Purba Bardhaman
Galsi is a village situated in the Galsi - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. Galsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galsi is 319963. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.08 hectares and falls under the 713406 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Galsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Galsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galsi
As per Census 2011, Galsi village has a total population of 10,700 people, consisting of 5,394 males and 5,306 females. The village has 2,624 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,094 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,193 literate and 3,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Galsi
Galsi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Galsi
Galsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Galsi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Galsi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Galsi
Where is Galsi located?
Galsi village is located in Galsi - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galsi?
Galsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galsi?
The pincode of Galsi is 713406.
What is the population of Galsi?
Galsi has a total population of 10,700, including 5,394 males and 5,306 females.
How many households are there in Galsi?
There are 2,624 households in Galsi.
What is the literacy rate in Galsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galsi is 67.22%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 61.63%.