Golumiguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Golumiguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Neelabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golumiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golumiguda is 428773. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Golumiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golumiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Golumiguda village had a total population of 198 people, including 104 males and 94 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.20%, with male literacy at 34.94% and female literacy at 39.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 75 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Golumiguda
Golumiguda 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 Golumiguda
Golumiguda 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Golumiguda is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Golumiguda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golumiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golumiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golumiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golumiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Golumiguda
Where is Golumiguda located?
Golumiguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golumiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Golumiguda is Neelabadi.
What is the pincode of Golumiguda?
The pincode of Golumiguda is 764027.
What is the population of Golumiguda?
Golumiguda had a total population of 198, including 104 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Golumiguda?
Golumiguda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golumiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golumiguda was 37.20%. Male literacy was 34.94% and female literacy was 39.51%.