Gurum
Gurum is a village located in Telkoi tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Telkoi (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Talapada is the gram panchayat of Gurum village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurum unique in its vibrant Telkoi-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Gurum’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurum is 386404. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758019. Kendujhar is nearest town to Gurum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 92km away.
Google Map of Gurum
Population of Gurum
According to the 2011 Census, Gurum has a total population of about 556, with approximately 260 males and 296 females. The sex ratio is around 1138 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 294. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.10%, with male literacy at about 58.46% and female literacy near 40.88%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 260 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 152 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 108 | 175 |
Connectivity of Gurum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurum. As per the 2011 stats, Gurum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurum
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurum
- Where is Gurum located?
- Gurum village is situated in Telkoi Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurum?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurum is Talapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurum?
- The pincode of Gurum is 758019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurum is 556, with 260 males and 296 females.
- How many households are there in Gurum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurum village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurum is 49.10%. The male literacy rate is 58.46%, while the female literacy rate is 40.88%.