Gutuma - Mohana, Gajapati
Gutuma is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Luhagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutuma is 413731. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gutuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gutuma
As per Census 2011, Gutuma village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 41 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,439 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 37 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gutuma
Gutuma is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamalapur | East | 0.95 km |
| Gochhaguda | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Denginipadar | North | 1.48 km |
| Hichagandhi | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Bethingi | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Kandhagani | East | 2.00 km |
| Luhagudi | South | 2.00 km |
| Merama | West | 2.07 km |
| Kunkuni | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Tuaguda | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gutuma
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gutuma. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Gutuma is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Gutuma is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gutuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gutuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gutuma
Where is Gutuma located?
Gutuma village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutuma is Luhagudi.
What is the pincode of Gutuma?
The pincode of Gutuma is 761015.
What is the population of Gutuma?
Gutuma has a total population of 100, including 41 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gutuma?
There are 25 households in Gutuma.
What is the literacy rate in Gutuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutuma is 58.00%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 54.24%.