Gamuli - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Gamuli is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mallikapadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamuli is 415837. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gamuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamuli
According to the 2011 Census, Gamuli village had a total population of 266 people, including 125 males and 141 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 70.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 266 | 125 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 28 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gamuli
Gamuli 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 Gamuli
Public transport in the Gamuli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Gamuli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gamuli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gamuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamuli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gamuli
Where is Gamuli located?
Gamuli village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamuli is Mallikapadi.
What is the pincode of Gamuli?
The pincode of Gamuli is 762100.
What is the population of Gamuli?
Gamuli had a total population of 266, including 125 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Gamuli?
Gamuli had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamuli was 78.57%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 70.87%.