Ghumer Village - Patnagarh, Balangir
Ghumer is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tamian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumer is 420558. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ghumer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghumer
As per Census 2011, Ghumer village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 309 males and 299 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumer are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 196 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 113 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumer
Ghumer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhodmahul | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Gandamel | West | 1.56 km |
| Dabkani | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Ghasian | North | 2.35 km |
| Khuntasamalai | West | 2.53 km |
| Ainlatunga | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Bada Kalangapali | South | 3.04 km |
| Gargadchhapar | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Maral | West | 3.64 km |
| Jalpali | North | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghumer
Ghumer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Ghumer is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Ghumer is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghumer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumer 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghumer
Where is Ghumer located?
Ghumer village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumer is Tamian.
What is the pincode of Ghumer?
The pincode of Ghumer is 767025.
What is the population of Ghumer?
Ghumer has a total population of 608, including 309 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Ghumer?
There are 169 households in Ghumer.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumer is 54.44%. Male literacy is 63.43% and female literacy is 45.15%.