Gumapadara - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Gumapadara is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumapadara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumapadara is 417198. The village covers a total geographical area of 351 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Gumapadara 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 Gumapadara
According to the 2011 Census, Gumapadara village had a total population of 226 people, including 117 males and 109 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.97%, with male literacy at 19.57% and female literacy at 6.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 111 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Gumapadara
Gumapadara 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 Gumapadara
Public transport in the Gumapadara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Gumapadara is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gumapadara is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumapadara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumapadara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gumapadara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumapadara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gumapadara
Where is Gumapadara located?
Gumapadara village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumapadara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumapadara is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Gumapadara?
The pincode of Gumapadara is 762105.
What is the population of Gumapadara?
Gumapadara had a total population of 226, including 117 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Gumapadara?
Gumapadara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumapadara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumapadara was 12.97%. Male literacy was 19.57% and female literacy was 6.45%.