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.
Here you can discover what makes Gudum unique in its vibrant Rengali-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Gudum’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gudum has a total population of about 611, with approximately 299 males and 312 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 146. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.74%, with male literacy at about 76.59% and female literacy near 61.22%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gudum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.