Gallery Village - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Gallery is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Tarasingi and around 127 km from Chatrapur. Gallery village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gallery is 410282. The village covers a total geographical area of 757 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gallery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gallery
As per Census 2011, Gallery village has a total population of 5,039 people, consisting of 2,556 males and 2,483 females. The village has 1,094 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,163 literate and 1,876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 346 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gallery are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,039 | 2,556 | 2,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 290 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,208 | 598 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 168 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 3,163 | 1,777 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,876 | 779 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Gallery
Gallery 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 Gallery
Gallery is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Gallery is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gallery is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gallery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gallery 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 Gallery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gallery 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 Gallery
Where is Gallery located?
Gallery village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gallery?
Gallery is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gallery?
The pincode of Gallery is 761131.
What is the population of Gallery?
Gallery has a total population of 5,039, including 2,556 males and 2,483 females.
How many households are there in Gallery?
There are 1,094 households in Gallery.
What is the literacy rate in Gallery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gallery is 62.77%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 55.82%.