Gombadihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Gombadihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lahunipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gombadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gombadihi is 384850. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gombadihi 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 Gombadihi
As per Census 2011, Gombadihi village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 640 males and 598 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 896 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gombadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 640 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 82 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 98 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 896 | 509 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 131 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Gombadihi
Gombadihi 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 Gombadihi
Gombadihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gombadihi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gombadihi is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gombadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gombadihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gombadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gombadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gombadihi
Where is Gombadihi located?
Gombadihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gombadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gombadihi is Lahunipara.
What is the pincode of Gombadihi?
The pincode of Gombadihi is 770040.
What is the population of Gombadihi?
Gombadihi has a total population of 1,238, including 640 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Gombadihi?
There are 277 households in Gombadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Gombadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gombadihi is 72.37%. Male literacy is 79.53% and female literacy is 64.72%.