Germel - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Germel is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Belaghar and around 155 km from Phulbani. Belaghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Germel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Germel is 417069. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Germel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Germel
As per Census 2011, Germel village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 126 males and 155 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,230 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Germel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 126 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 17 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 126 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 65 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 61 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Germel
Germel 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 Germel
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Germel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Germel is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Germel is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Germel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Germel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Germel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Germel 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Germel
Where is Germel located?
Germel village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Germel?
The Gram Panchayat of Germel is Belaghar.
What is the pincode of Germel?
The pincode of Germel is 762107.
What is the population of Germel?
Germel has a total population of 281, including 126 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Germel?
There are 57 households in Germel.
What is the literacy rate in Germel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Germel is 32.74%. Male literacy is 51.59% and female literacy is 17.42%.