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Gerangamete

VIC 3243 • Victoria

112
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
54.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulAgriculturalSemi-Rural

About Gerangamete

Gerangamete is a quiet rural locality in southwestern Victoria, situated in the hinterland of the Colac Otway Shire approximately 175 kilometres south-west of Melbourne and 25 kilometres north of Colac. Covering around 55 square kilometres, it has a population of 112 residents and is characterised by productive pastoral farmland interspersed with remnant native vegetation. The locality falls within the Corangamite federal electorate, and its gently undulating terrain sits between the Otway Ranges to the south and the Lake Corangamite basin to the north.

Colac serves as the nearest regional centre for everyday services, including supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and V/Line train services to Melbourne. Gerangamete's position in the southwest Victorian hinterland places it within easy reach of the Great Ocean Road tourism corridor and the Otway Ranges, appealing to those who value scenic rural surroundings and a relaxed country lifestyle. The area attracts farming families and rural lifestyle seekers who appreciate the peaceful landscape while remaining connected to regional towns.

Gerangamete falls under postcode 3243 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Polwarth (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3243
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Corangamite
State Electorate
Polwarth (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.36°, 143.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
54.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Colac
25 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (limited rural) — Colac / Geelong 35 min to Colac

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
Drive to Colac (~25 km), then V/Line ~2 hr 20 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Princes Highway provides main access to Colac and Geelong; car essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gerangamete is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all errands in Colac or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
112
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gerangamete known for? +

Gerangamete is known for its peaceful pastoral landscape in the hinterland between Colac and the Otway Ranges. The locality is part of a productive farming district in the Colac Otway Shire, surrounded by rolling green hills and remnant bushland.

How far is Gerangamete from Melbourne? +

Gerangamete is approximately 175 kilometres south-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 50 minute to 2 hour 15 minute drive via the Princes Highway and Colac.

Does Gerangamete have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Gerangamete. The nearest V/Line station is Colac, about 25 kilometres away, which offers rail services to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is essential.

What is the population of Gerangamete? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gerangamete has a population of 112 residents across its approximately 55 square kilometre area.

Is Gerangamete a good place to live? +

Gerangamete offers a quiet rural lifestyle in the southwest Victorian hinterland, with access to the services of Colac and the natural attractions of the Otways and Great Ocean Road corridor. It suits farming families and those seeking space and serenity away from urban centres.

What is the postcode for Gerangamete? +

The postcode for Gerangamete is 3243, shared with Barwon Downs, Murroon, Warncoort, and Whoorel.