Gumi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gumi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burungijodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumi is 416445. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumi
According to the 2011 Census, Gumi village had a total population of 71 people, including 34 males and 37 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.21%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Gumi
Gumi 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 Gumi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gumi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gumi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gumi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gumi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gumi
Where is Gumi located?
Gumi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumi is Burungijodi.
What is the pincode of Gumi?
The pincode of Gumi is 762002.
What is the population of Gumi?
Gumi had a total population of 71, including 34 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gumi?
Gumi had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumi was 48.21%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 28.57%.