Gudum
Gudum is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Gudum village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gudum unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Gudum’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 Gudum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gudum is 447698. The village spans a total geographical area of 632.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Gudum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gudum 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gudum
Population of Gudum
According to the 2011 Census, Gudum has a total population of about 547, with approximately 272 males and 275 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.94%, with male literacy at about 48.90% and female literacy near 29.09%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gudum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 272 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 185 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 133 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 139 | 195 |
Connectivity of Gudum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gudum. As per the 2011 stats, Gudum 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gudum
Knowing the nearby villages of Gudum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gudum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gudum
- Where is Gudum located?
- Gudum village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gudum?
- Gudum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gudum?
- The pincode of Gudum is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gudum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gudum is 547, with 272 males and 275 females.
- How many households are there in Gudum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gudum village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gudum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gudum is 38.94%. The male literacy rate is 48.90%, while the female literacy rate is 29.09%.