Guamal - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Guamal is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Guamal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guamal is 395115. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 756163 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Guamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guamal
As per Census 2011, Guamal village has a total population of 5,420 people, consisting of 2,847 males and 2,573 females. The village has 1,127 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,279 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,420 | 2,847 | 2,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 286 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,365 | 708 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,279 | 2,358 | 1,921 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 489 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Guamal
Guamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakasridharpur | West | 1.00 km |
| Ishanpur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Duteibindha | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Sadanandapur | East | 1.38 km |
| Dolasahi | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Harisankarpur | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Basalpur | West | 2.13 km |
| Radhang | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Kubera | South | 2.33 km |
| Gopalbindha | West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guamal
Guamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Guamal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Guamal is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guamal 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 Guamal
Where is Guamal located?
Guamal village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guamal?
Guamal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guamal?
The pincode of Guamal is 756163.
What is the population of Guamal?
Guamal has a total population of 5,420, including 2,847 males and 2,573 females.
How many households are there in Guamal?
There are 1,127 households in Guamal.
What is the literacy rate in Guamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guamal is 78.95%. Male literacy is 82.82% and female literacy is 74.66%.