Goramba - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Goramba is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Umarkote and around 68 km from Nabarangapur . Ekamba B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goramba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goramba is 427363. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Goramba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goramba
As per Census 2011, Goramba village has a total population of 1,131 people, consisting of 571 males and 560 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 555 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goramba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 571 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 555 | 304 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 349 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 222 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Goramba
Goramba 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 Goramba
Public transport in the Goramba is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Goramba is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Goramba is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goramba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goramba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Goramba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goramba 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 Goramba
Where is Goramba located?
Goramba village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goramba?
The Gram Panchayat of Goramba is Ekamba B.
What is the pincode of Goramba?
The pincode of Goramba is 764073.
What is the population of Goramba?
Goramba has a total population of 1,131, including 571 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Goramba?
There are 263 households in Goramba.
What is the literacy rate in Goramba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goramba is 49.34%. Male literacy is 61.12% and female literacy is 37.32%.