Guma

Guma is a village located in the Belaghar tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It lies about 21 kilometers from the sub-district headquarters Belaghar. The village is part of the largely forested and rural Kandhamal district, which is known for its rich biodiversity, tribal communities, and the cultivation of organic turmeric called Kandhamal Haldi.

Guma, like much of Kandhamal, is inhabited by tribal groups such as the Kondh, with a culture deeply tied to agriculture, forest produce, and traditional festivals. The village is characteristic of the region's hilly and forested terrain, contributing to its natural and cultural richness.

The district as a whole experiences a moderate climate with significant rainfall and is relatively less urbanized, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle that reflects Odisha's tribal heritage and natural beauty. Guma falls under the local governance of a gram panchayat and has a modest population, living in a peaceful, traditional setting within the broader context of Kandhamal's socio-cultural landscape.