Ganjermal - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Ganjermal is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Sodamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjermal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjermal is 381279. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Ganjermal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjermal
As per Census 2011, Ganjermal village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 149 males and 148 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjermal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 103 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 46 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjermal
Ganjermal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guchhapali | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Pandakimal(s) | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Dehuripali | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Dhubenbud | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Bhograpali | West | 2.84 km |
| Kulhiamal | North | 3.07 km |
| Kusumdihi | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Dalpatpali | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Amnapali | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Budulapali | East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganjermal
Ganjermal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Ganjermal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjermal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjermal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjermal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjermal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganjermal
Where is Ganjermal located?
Ganjermal village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjermal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjermal is Sodamal.
What is the pincode of Ganjermal?
The pincode of Ganjermal is 768214.
What is the population of Ganjermal?
Ganjermal has a total population of 297, including 149 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Ganjermal?
There are 82 households in Ganjermal.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjermal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjermal is 60.94%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 52.70%.