Gutumila - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Gutumila is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutumila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutumila is 417128. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gutumila 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 Gutumila
As per Census 2011, Gutumila village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 139 males and 134 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutumila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 70 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 69 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Gutumila
Gutumila 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 Gutumila
Gutumila 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 Gutumila is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gutumila is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gutumila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutumila 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gutumila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutumila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gutumila
Where is Gutumila located?
Gutumila village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutumila?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutumila is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Gutumila?
The pincode of Gutumila is 762103.
What is the population of Gutumila?
Gutumila has a total population of 273, including 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Gutumila?
There are 53 households in Gutumila.
What is the literacy rate in Gutumila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutumila is 37.73%. Male literacy is 50.36% and female literacy is 24.63%.