Gudum
Gudum is a village located in Rengali tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Rengali (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Pithinda is the gram panchayat of Gudum village.
Gudum has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda 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 380990. Belpahar is nearest town to Gudum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km 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 Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gudum village:
- The total population of Gudum village is around 611, including approximately 299 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Gudum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gudum village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 146 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gudum village is about 68.74%, with male literacy at 76.59% and female literacy at 61.22%.
- There are around 132 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 within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Rengali Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gudum?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gudum is Pithinda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gudum?
- The pincode of Gudum is 768226, 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 611, with 299 males and 312 females.
- How many households are there in Gudum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gudum village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gudum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gudum is 68.74%. The male literacy rate is 76.59%, while the female literacy rate is 61.22%.