Guma
Guma is a village located in Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dasamantapur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Girligumma is the gram panchayat of Guma village.
Guma has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Guma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guma is 428388. The village spans a total geographical area of 323 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764028. Kotpad is nearest town to Guma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Guma
Population of Guma
Below is a concise population overview of Guma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 396 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 221 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 261 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 135 | 236 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Guma village:
- The total population of Guma village is around 799, including approximately 396 males and 403 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Guma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Guma village has 437 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Guma village is about 53.57%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 41.44%.
- There are around 227 households in Guma village.
Connectivity of Guma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guma. As per the 2011 stats, Guma 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guma
Knowing the nearby villages of Guma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guma
- Where is Guma located?
- Guma village is situated in Dasamantapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guma is Girligumma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guma?
- The pincode of Guma is 764028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guma is 799, with 396 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guma village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guma is 53.57%. The male literacy rate is 65.91%, while the female literacy rate is 41.44%.