Galva is a city located in Henry County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 1.7 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 845 ft. With a population of approximately 2,758 residents, Galva offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.17% males and 52.83% females, and it has a population density of 612.87 people per square mile (622.73/km²). Galva lies at a latitude of 41.17 and a longitude of -90.04, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.6%), followed by English (15.5%), German (21.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61434.