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.
Gudum has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gudum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gudum village:
- The total population of Gudum village is around 547, including approximately 272 males and 275 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Gudum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gudum village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gudum village is about 38.94%, with male literacy at 48.90% and female literacy at 29.09%.
- There are around 123 households in Gudum village.
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%.