Ghumer - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Ghumer is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Malijubanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumer is 423115. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghumer
According to the 2011 Census, Ghumer village had a total population of 31 people, including 14 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.39%, with male literacy at 27.27% and female literacy at 8.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumer
Ghumer 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 Ghumer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghumer.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Ghumer is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Ghumer
Where is Ghumer located?
Ghumer village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumer is Malijubanga.
What is the pincode of Ghumer?
The pincode of Ghumer is 766020.
What is the population of Ghumer?
Ghumer had a total population of 31, including 14 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Ghumer?
Ghumer had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumer was 17.39%. Male literacy was 27.27% and female literacy was 8.33%.