Gumukaguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Gumukaguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chitrangapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumukaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumukaguda is 430965. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gumukaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumukaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gumukaguda village had a total population of 176 people, including 84 males and 92 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.03%, with male literacy at 37.68% and female literacy at 30.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 58 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Gumukaguda
Gumukaguda 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 Gumukaguda
Gumukaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Gumukaguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gumukaguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumukaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumukaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gumukaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumukaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gumukaguda
Where is Gumukaguda located?
Gumukaguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumukaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumukaguda is Chitrangapalli.
What is the pincode of Gumukaguda?
The pincode of Gumukaguda is 764086.
What is the population of Gumukaguda?
Gumukaguda had a total population of 176, including 84 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Gumukaguda?
Gumukaguda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumukaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumukaguda was 34.03%. Male literacy was 37.68% and female literacy was 30.67%.