Turumu - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Turumu is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Bhanjanagar and around 119 km from Chatrapur. Turumu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turumu is 410544. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Turumu 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 Turumu
As per Census 2011, Turumu village has a total population of 3,154 people, consisting of 1,586 males and 1,568 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 1,359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turumu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,154 | 1,586 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 209 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 284 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 74 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,055 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 531 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Turumu
Turumu 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 Turumu
Turumu 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 Turumu is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Turumu is about 119 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 Turumu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turumu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turumu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turumu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turumu
Where is Turumu located?
Turumu village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turumu?
Turumu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turumu?
The pincode of Turumu is 761126.
What is the population of Turumu?
Turumu has a total population of 3,154, including 1,586 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Turumu?
There are 698 households in Turumu.
What is the literacy rate in Turumu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turumu is 56.91%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 47.19%.