Gumada - Seethampeta, Parvathipuram Manyam

Gumada is a village situated in the Seethampeta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Seethampeta and around 63 km from Srikakulam. Gumada village is a designated Grama Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumada is 579994. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 532455 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.

Gumada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Gumada

According to the 2011 Census, Gumada village had a total population of 514 people, including 259 males and 255 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.59%, with male literacy at 57.71% and female literacy at 37.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.

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 Population514259255
Child Population (0–6 yrs)583226
Scheduled Castes (SC)1306466
Scheduled Tribes (ST)381193188
Literate Population21713186
Illiterate Population297128169

Nearby Villages of Gumada

Gumada 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
KosangiNorth1.07 km
DabaraNorth-East1.60 km
TumbakondaSouth1.81 km
JallaraSouth-West2.25 km
DanjupaiNorth-West2.32 km
LokothavalasaNorth-West2.35 km
RaikuruduWest2.47 km
DarapaduWest2.87 km
JagathipalleEast3.04 km
SeedhiSouth-West3.24 km

Transport and Connectivity of Gumada

Gumada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kashinagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Gumada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Gumada is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Gumada

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumada village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Gumada

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumada village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Gumada

Where is Gumada located?

Gumada village is located in Seethampeta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What is the Grama Panchayat of Gumada?

Gumada is its own Grama Panchayat.

What is the pincode of Gumada?

The pincode of Gumada is 532455.

What is the population of Gumada?

Gumada had a total population of 514, including 259 males and 255 females.

How many households are there in Gumada?

Gumada had 146 households.

What is the literacy rate in Gumada?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumada was 47.59%. Male literacy was 57.71% and female literacy was 37.55%.