Gumkia
Gumkia is a village located in Bhagawanpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kajlagarh are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gumkia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kotbarh is the gram panchayat of Gumkia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gumkia unique in its vibrant Bhagawanpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gumkia’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 Gumkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumkia is 345499. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721601. Contai is nearest town to Gumkia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Gumkia
Population of Gumkia
According to the 2011 Census, Gumkia has a total population of about 879, with approximately 461 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.46%, with male literacy at about 85.03% and female literacy near 77.51%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumkia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 461 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 716 | 392 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
Connectivity of Gumkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumkia. As per the 2011 stats, Gumkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Gumkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumkia
- Where is Gumkia located?
- Gumkia village is situated in Bhagawanpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gumkia is Kotbarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gumkia?
- The pincode of Gumkia is 721601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumkia is 879, with 461 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Gumkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumkia village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumkia is 81.46%. The male literacy rate is 85.03%, while the female literacy rate is 77.51%.