Gumamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Gumamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumamaha is 417578. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gumamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Gumamaha village had a total population of 452 people, including 228 males and 224 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 50.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 452 | 228 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 176 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 52 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Gumamaha
Gumamaha 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 Gumamaha
Gumamaha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gumamaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gumamaha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gumamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumamaha 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 Gumamaha
Where is Gumamaha located?
Gumamaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumamaha?
Gumamaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gumamaha?
The pincode of Gumamaha is 762101.
What is the population of Gumamaha?
Gumamaha had a total population of 452, including 228 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Gumamaha?
Gumamaha had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumamaha was 69.62%. Male literacy was 88.44% and female literacy was 50.51%.