Gumudi - Muniguda, Rayagada
Gumudi is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumudi is 424876. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Gumudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumudi
According to the 2011 Census, Gumudi village had a total population of 210 people, including 94 males and 116 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,234 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.73%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 14.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 210 | 94 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 30 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Gumudi
Gumudi 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 Gumudi
Gumudi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gumudi is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gumudi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumudi 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 Gumudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumudi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gumudi
Where is Gumudi located?
Gumudi village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumudi is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Gumudi?
The pincode of Gumudi is 765020.
What is the population of Gumudi?
Gumudi had a total population of 210, including 94 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gumudi?
Gumudi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumudi was 25.73%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 14.58%.