Ghumer - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Ghumer is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Birikot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumer is 424432. The village falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 91 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 60 people, including 29 males and 31 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.33%, with male literacy at 38.10% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 21 | 31 |
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 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 Bhawanipatna to Ghumer is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 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 Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumer is Birikot.
What is the pincode of Ghumer?
The pincode of Ghumer is 766037.
What is the population of Ghumer?
Ghumer had a total population of 60, including 29 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Ghumer?
Ghumer had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumer was 16.33%. Male literacy was 38.10% and female literacy was 0.00%.