Gumuda - Kotpad, Koraput
Gumuda is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gumuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumuda is 428095. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gumuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumuda
As per Census 2011, Gumuda village has a total population of 1,370 people, consisting of 609 males and 761 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,249 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 1,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumuda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gumuda
Gumuda 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 Gumuda
Public transport in the Gumuda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gumuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Gumuda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gumuda is about 77 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 Gumuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gumuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumuda 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 Gumuda
Where is Gumuda located?
Gumuda village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumuda?
Gumuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gumuda?
The pincode of Gumuda is 764058.
What is the population of Gumuda?
Gumuda has a total population of 1,370, including 609 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Gumuda?
There are 305 households in Gumuda.
What is the literacy rate in Gumuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumuda is 17.59%. Male literacy is 19.05% and female literacy is 16.43%.