Gumda
Gumda is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Gumda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gumda unique in its vibrant Gidam-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Gumda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gumda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumda is 450176. The village spans a total geographical area of 2040.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Gumda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gumda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gumda
Population of Gumda
According to the 2011 Census, Gumda has a total population of about 2,163, with approximately 1,054 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.04%, with male literacy at about 55.88% and female literacy near 30.84%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,163 | 1,054 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 142 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,179 | 562 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 589 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 465 | 767 |
Connectivity of Gumda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumda. As per the 2011 stats, Gumda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gumda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumda
- Where is Gumda located?
- Gumda village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumda?
- Gumda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gumda?
- The pincode of Gumda is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumda is 2,163, with 1,054 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Gumda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumda village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumda is 43.04%. The male literacy rate is 55.88%, while the female literacy rate is 30.84%.