Ghumer - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Ghumer is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bad Ghumer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumer is 423979. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghumer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghumer
As per Census 2011, Ghumer village has a total population of 3,421 people, consisting of 1,760 males and 1,661 females. The village has 848 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 1,821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,421 | 1,760 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 279 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 390 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 313 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 1,054 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,821 | 706 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumer
Ghumer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentulipada | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Khutuluguda | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Ambaguda | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Ainlajor | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Pipala | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Parla | West | 3.93 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 4.05 km |
| Khuntia | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Gadiajor | North | 4.38 km |
| Dabripadar | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghumer
Ghumer is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Ghumer is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghumer is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghumer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghumer
Where is Ghumer located?
Ghumer village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumer is Bad Ghumer.
What is the pincode of Ghumer?
The pincode of Ghumer is 766015.
What is the population of Ghumer?
Ghumer has a total population of 3,421, including 1,760 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Ghumer?
There are 848 households in Ghumer.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumer is 46.77%. Male literacy is 59.89% and female literacy is 32.87%.