Gudma
Gudma is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Gudma village is also a gram panchayat.
Gudma has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Gudma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gudma is 498190. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.71 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Gudma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gudma 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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gudma
Population of Gudma
Below is a concise population overview of Gudma 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 | 596 | 294 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 251 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 238 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 56 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gudma village:
- The total population of Gudma village is around 596, including approximately 294 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Gudma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gudma village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gudma village is about 69.80%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 58.94%.
- There are around 146 households in Gudma village.
Connectivity of Gudma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gudma. As per the 2011 stats, Gudma 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gudma
Knowing the nearby villages of Gudma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gudma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gudma
- Where is Gudma located?
- Gudma village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gudma?
- Gudma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gudma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gudma is 596, with 294 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Gudma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gudma village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gudma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gudma is 69.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 58.94%.