Gulumijhola - Kashipur, Rayagada
Gulumijhola is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Doraguda and around 75 km from Rayagada . Dongasil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulumijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulumijhola is 426136. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gulumijhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulumijhola
As per Census 2011, Gulumijhola village has a total population of 1,834 people, consisting of 716 males and 1,118 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 1,561 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 912 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulumijhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 716 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 168 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 386 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 272 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 314 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 402 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Gulumijhola
Gulumijhola 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 Gulumijhola
Public transport in the Gulumijhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Gulumijhola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gulumijhola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulumijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulumijhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulumijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulumijhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gulumijhola
Where is Gulumijhola located?
Gulumijhola village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulumijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulumijhola is Dongasil.
What is the pincode of Gulumijhola?
The pincode of Gulumijhola is 765015.
What is the population of Gulumijhola?
Gulumijhola has a total population of 1,834, including 716 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Gulumijhola?
There are 373 households in Gulumijhola.
What is the literacy rate in Gulumijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulumijhola is 46.35%. Male literacy is 43.85% and female literacy is 47.94%.