Gumakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gumakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumakia is 416788. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Gumakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumakia
According to the 2011 Census, Gumakia village had a total population of 139 people, including 67 males and 72 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 37.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 34 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gumakia
Gumakia 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 Gumakia
Public transport in the Gumakia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gumakia is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gumakia is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumakia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gumakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gumakia
Where is Gumakia located?
Gumakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumakia is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Gumakia?
The pincode of Gumakia is 762103.
What is the population of Gumakia?
Gumakia had a total population of 139, including 67 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Gumakia?
Gumakia had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumakia was 50.00%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 37.70%.