Gumudumaha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gumudumaha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumudumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumudumaha is 416712. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Gumudumaha 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 Gumudumaha
As per Census 2011, Gumudumaha village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 101 males and 107 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumudumaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 40 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 61 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Gumudumaha
Gumudumaha 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 Gumudumaha
Gumudumaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Gumudumaha is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gumudumaha is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumudumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumudumaha 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 Gumudumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumudumaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gumudumaha
Where is Gumudumaha located?
Gumudumaha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumudumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumudumaha is Parampanga.
What is the pincode of Gumudumaha?
The pincode of Gumudumaha is 762109.
What is the population of Gumudumaha?
Gumudumaha has a total population of 208, including 101 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gumudumaha?
There are 40 households in Gumudumaha.
What is the literacy rate in Gumudumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumudumaha is 25.96%. Male literacy is 39.60% and female literacy is 13.08%.