Gamlei - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Gamlei is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamlei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamlei is 384860. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gamlei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamlei
As per Census 2011, Gamlei village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 377 males and 370 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamlei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 377 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 251 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 126 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Gamlei
Gamlei is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bad-tumkela | East | 0.78 km |
| Urumkela | West | 0.79 km |
| Kaliaposh | North | 1.63 km |
| Luthurba | West | 1.65 km |
| Uparpada | South | 1.98 km |
| Arkeikela | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Surupatla | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Kendrikala | South | 2.18 km |
| Deoposh | North | 2.25 km |
| Deogaon | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gamlei
Gamlei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Gamlei is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gamlei is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamlei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamlei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gamlei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamlei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gamlei
Where is Gamlei located?
Gamlei village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamlei?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamlei is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Gamlei?
The pincode of Gamlei is 770040.
What is the population of Gamlei?
Gamlei has a total population of 747, including 377 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Gamlei?
There are 199 households in Gamlei.
What is the literacy rate in Gamlei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamlei is 61.98%. Male literacy is 66.58% and female literacy is 57.30%.