Gumuda
Gumuda is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Gumuda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gumuda unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Gumuda’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 Gumuda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumuda is 428095. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Gumuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Gumuda
Population of Gumuda
According to the 2011 Census, Gumuda has a total population of about 1,370, with approximately 609 males and 761 females. The sex ratio is around 1249 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,237. The overall literacy rate is approximately 17.59%, with male literacy at about 19.05% and female literacy near 16.43%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumuda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 609 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 115 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,237 | 549 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 116 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 493 | 636 |
Connectivity of Gumuda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumuda. As per the 2011 stats, Gumuda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gumuda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumuda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumuda
- Where is Gumuda located?
- Gumuda village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumuda?
- Gumuda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gumuda?
- The pincode of Gumuda is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumuda is 1,370, with 609 males and 761 females.
- How many households are there in Gumuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumuda village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumuda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumuda is 17.59%. The male literacy rate is 19.05%, while the female literacy rate is 16.43%.