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
As per Census 2011, Ghumer village has a total population of 31 people, consisting of 14 males and 17 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 31, including 14 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Ghumer?
There are 7 households in Ghumer.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumer is 12.90%. Male literacy is 21.43% and female literacy is 5.88%.