Gudum - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Gudum is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Rengali and around 78 km from Jharsuguda. Pithinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudum is 380990. The village falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gudum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudum
As per Census 2011, Gudum village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 299 males and 312 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 299 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 26 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 229 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 70 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Gudum
Gudum is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gudum
Gudum is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Gudum is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Gudum is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gudum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudum 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 Gudum
Where is Gudum located?
Gudum village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudum?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudum is Pithinda.
What is the pincode of Gudum?
The pincode of Gudum is 768226.
What is the population of Gudum?
Gudum has a total population of 611, including 299 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Gudum?
There are 132 households in Gudum.
What is the literacy rate in Gudum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudum is 68.74%. Male literacy is 76.59% and female literacy is 61.22%.