Kusmaul - Bhargama, Araria
Kusmaul is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Kusmaul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusmaul is 221652. The village covers a total geographical area of 992 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kusmaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narpatganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusmaul
As per Census 2011, Kusmaul village has a total population of 7,946 people, consisting of 4,099 males and 3,847 females. The village has 1,577 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,945 literate and 5,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusmaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,946 | 4,099 | 3,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,442 | 726 | 716 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,554 | 1,866 | 1,688 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,945 | 1,859 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,001 | 2,240 | 2,761 |
Nearby Villages of Kusmaul
Kusmaul 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 Kusmaul
Kusmaul 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 | 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 Forbesganj to Kusmaul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Kusmaul is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusmaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusmaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusmaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusmaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusmaul
Where is Kusmaul located?
Kusmaul village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusmaul?
Kusmaul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusmaul?
The pincode of Kusmaul is 854318.
What is the population of Kusmaul?
Kusmaul has a total population of 7,946, including 4,099 males and 3,847 females.
How many households are there in Kusmaul?
There are 1,577 households in Kusmaul.
What is the literacy rate in Kusmaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusmaul is 37.06%. Male literacy is 45.35% and female literacy is 28.23%.