Ghumura - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Ghumura is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Neelabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumura is 428769. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ghumura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghumura
As per Census 2011, Ghumura village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 322 males and 318 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 322 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 211 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 88 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 234 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumura
Ghumura 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 Ghumura
Ghumura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Ghumura is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ghumura is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghumura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumura 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 Ghumura
Where is Ghumura located?
Ghumura village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumura is Neelabadi.
What is the pincode of Ghumura?
The pincode of Ghumura is 764027.
What is the population of Ghumura?
Ghumura has a total population of 640, including 322 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Ghumura?
There are 141 households in Ghumura.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumura is 21.88%. Male literacy is 27.33% and female literacy is 16.35%.