Gumuka
Gumuka is a village located in Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimela (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Gumuka village is also a gram panchayat.
Gumuka has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri 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 Gumuka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumuka is 430974. The village spans a total geographical area of 251 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764086. Malkangiri is nearest town to Gumuka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gumuka
Population of Gumuka
Below is a concise population overview of Gumuka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,004 | 1,047 | 957 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 200 | 156 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 887 | 461 | 426 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 379 | 352 |
Literate Population | 985 | 578 | 407 |
Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 469 | 550 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gumuka village:
- The total population of Gumuka village is around 2,004, including approximately 1,047 males and 957 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 356 children aged 0–6 years in Gumuka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gumuka village has 887 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 731 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gumuka village is about 49.15%, with male literacy at 55.21% and female literacy at 42.53%.
- There are around 433 households in Gumuka village.
Connectivity of Gumuka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumuka. As per the 2011 stats, Gumuka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gumuka
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumuka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumuka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumuka
- Where is Gumuka located?
- Gumuka village is situated in Kalimela Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumuka?
- Gumuka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gumuka?
- The pincode of Gumuka is 764086, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumuka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumuka is 2,004, with 1,047 males and 957 females.
- How many households are there in Gumuka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumuka village has a total of 433 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumuka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumuka is 49.15%. The male literacy rate is 55.21%, while the female literacy rate is 42.53%.