Ghumuragan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Ghumuragan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumuragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumuragan is 416962. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Ghumuragan 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 Ghumuragan
As per Census 2011, Ghumuragan village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 24 males and 18 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumuragan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumuragan
Ghumuragan 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 Ghumuragan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghumuragan.
| 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 Ghumuragan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghumuragan is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumuragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumuragan 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 Ghumuragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumuragan 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 Ghumuragan
Where is Ghumuragan located?
Ghumuragan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumuragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumuragan is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Ghumuragan?
The pincode of Ghumuragan is 762107.
What is the population of Ghumuragan?
Ghumuragan has a total population of 42, including 24 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Ghumuragan?
There are 9 households in Ghumuragan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumuragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumuragan is 21.43%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 5.56%.