Guma
Guma is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Guma village. As per 2009 stats, Gumma is the gram panchayat of Guma village.
Here you can discover what makes Guma unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Guma’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 Guma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guma is 024741. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171018. Seoni is nearest town to Guma village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Guma 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 Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guma
Population of Guma
According to the 2011 Census, Guma has a total population of about 611, with approximately 327 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.16%, with male literacy at about 87.46% and female literacy near 76.06%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 327 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 502 | 286 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Connectivity of Guma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guma. As per the 2011 stats, Guma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guma
Knowing the nearby villages of Guma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guma
- Where is Guma located?
- Guma village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guma is Gumma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guma?
- The pincode of Guma is 171018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guma is 611, with 327 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guma village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guma is 82.16%. The male literacy rate is 87.46%, while the female literacy rate is 76.06%.