Ghumargam
Ghumargam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Ghumar is the gram panchayat of Ghumargam village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghumargam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Ghumargam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghumargam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghumargam is 428122. The village spans a total geographical area of 850 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Ghumargam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
Google Map of Ghumargam
Population of Ghumargam
According to the 2011 Census, Ghumargam has a total population of about 1,792, with approximately 908 males and 884 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 259 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.06%, with male literacy at about 50.44% and female literacy near 27.38%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghumargam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 908 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 162 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,265 | 644 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 458 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,092 | 450 | 642 |
Connectivity of Ghumargam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghumargam. As per the 2011 stats, Ghumargam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghumargam
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghumargam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghumargam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghumargam
- Where is Ghumargam located?
- Ghumargam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghumargam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghumargam is Ghumar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghumargam?
- The pincode of Ghumargam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghumargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghumargam is 1,792, with 908 males and 884 females.
- How many households are there in Ghumargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghumargam village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghumargam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghumargam is 39.06%. The male literacy rate is 50.44%, while the female literacy rate is 27.38%.