Kuma

Kuma is a village located in Udaipur tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamjaigarh (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kuma village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kuma unique in its vibrant Udaipur-Raigarh region. You’ll see Kuma’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 Kuma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuma is 434343. The village spans a total geographical area of 893.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496116. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to Kuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kuma 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 Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kuma

According to the 2011 Census, Kuma has a total population of about 750, with approximately 366 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 647. The overall literacy rate is approximately 21.73%, with male literacy at about 28.96% and female literacy near 14.84%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 750 366 384
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 136 70 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 6 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 647 318 329
Literate Population 163 106 57
Illiterate Population 587 260 327

Connectivity of Kuma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuma. As per the 2011 stats, Kuma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kuma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kuma

Where is Kuma located?

Kuma village is situated in Udaipur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Kuma?

Kuma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Kuma?

The pincode of Kuma is 496116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Kuma as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuma is 750, with 366 males and 384 females.

How many households are there in Kuma as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Kuma village has a total of 206 households.

What is the literacy rate in Kuma as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuma is 21.73%. The male literacy rate is 28.96%, while the female literacy rate is 14.84%.