Lembhai - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Lembhai is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Tarasingi and around 118 km from Chatrapur. Lembhai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lembhai is 410299. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lembhai 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 Lembhai
As per Census 2011, Lembhai village has a total population of 2,116 people, consisting of 1,054 males and 1,062 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lembhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,054 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 138 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 264 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 715 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 339 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Lembhai
Lembhai 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 Lembhai
Lembhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lembhai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Lembhai is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lembhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lembhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lembhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lembhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lembhai
Where is Lembhai located?
Lembhai village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lembhai?
Lembhai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lembhai?
The pincode of Lembhai is 761131.
What is the population of Lembhai?
Lembhai has a total population of 2,116, including 1,054 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Lembhai?
There are 465 households in Lembhai.
What is the literacy rate in Lembhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lembhai is 60.68%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 53.58%.