Gailmundi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Gailmundi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Katangpapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailmundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailmundi is 381894. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gailmundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gailmundi
According to the 2011 Census, Gailmundi village had a total population of 70 people, including 30 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Gailmundi
Gailmundi 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 Gailmundi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gailmundi.
| 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 Kochinda to Gailmundi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gailmundi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailmundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailmundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gailmundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailmundi 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 Gailmundi
Where is Gailmundi located?
Gailmundi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gailmundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailmundi is Katangpapani.
What is the pincode of Gailmundi?
The pincode of Gailmundi is 768107.
What is the population of Gailmundi?
Gailmundi had a total population of 70, including 30 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Gailmundi?
Gailmundi had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gailmundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailmundi was 80.95%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 75.00%.