Guma
Guma is a village located in Amdanga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amdanga (tehsildar office) and 17.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Taraberia is the gram panchayat of Guma village.
Here you can discover what makes Guma unique in its vibrant Amdanga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Guma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guma is 323038. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743704. Kanchrapara is nearest town to Guma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Guma
Population of Guma
According to the 2011 Census, Guma has a total population of about 748, with approximately 406 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 842 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 622 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.41%, with male literacy at about 86.95% and female literacy near 66.08%. There are around 202 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 406 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 344 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 579 | 353 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 53 | 116 |
Connectivity of Guma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guma. As per the 2011 stats, Guma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guma
Knowing the nearby villages of Guma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guma
- Where is Guma located?
- Guma village is situated in Amdanga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guma is Taraberia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guma?
- The pincode of Guma is 743704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guma is 748, with 406 males and 342 females.
- How many households are there in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guma village has a total of 202 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guma is 77.41%. The male literacy rate is 86.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.08%.