Guma - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Guma is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guma is 428388. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Guma 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 Guma
According to the 2011 Census, Guma village had a total population of 799 people, including 396 males and 403 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.65%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 49.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Guma
Guma 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 Guma
Guma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kotpad to Guma is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Guma is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guma 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 Guma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guma
Where is Guma located?
Guma village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guma?
The Gram Panchayat of Guma is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Guma?
The pincode of Guma is 764028.
What is the population of Guma?
Guma had a total population of 799, including 396 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Guma?
Guma had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guma was 64.65%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 49.55%.