Ghumanda - Ratangarh, Churu
Ghumanda is a village situated in the Ratangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratangarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Bachharara Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghumanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghumanda is 070642. The village covers a total geographical area of 1402 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Ratangarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghumanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghumanda
As per Census 2011, Ghumanda village has a total population of 1,939 people, consisting of 987 males and 952 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 922 literate and 1,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghumanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,939 | 987 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 176 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 213 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 562 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 425 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Ghumanda
Ghumanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripura | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Malpur | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Khariya | North | 3.67 km |
| Tidiyasar | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Gusainsar | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Khudera Beekan | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Bachchharara Bara | East | 5.34 km |
| Bachchharara Chota | East | 5.41 km |
| Chak Jaleu | North | 5.80 km |
| Raghunathpura | South-West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghumanda
Ghumanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Molisar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratangarh to Ghumanda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Ghumanda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghumanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghumanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghumanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghumanda 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 Ghumanda
Where is Ghumanda located?
Ghumanda village is located in Ratangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghumanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghumanda is Bachharara Bara.
What is the pincode of Ghumanda?
The pincode of Ghumanda is 331022.
What is the population of Ghumanda?
Ghumanda has a total population of 1,939, including 987 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Ghumanda?
There are 333 households in Ghumanda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghumanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghumanda is 47.55%. Male literacy is 56.94% and female literacy is 37.82%.