Kusalpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Kusalpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Parshurampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusalpur is 239054. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Sahibganj (jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kusalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusalpur
As per Census 2011, Kusalpur village has a total population of 4,384 people, consisting of 2,279 males and 2,105 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 844 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,418 literate and 2,966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,038 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,384 | 2,279 | 2,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 844 | 429 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 312 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,038 | 537 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 877 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,966 | 1,402 | 1,564 |
Nearby Villages of Kusalpur
Kusalpur 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 Kusalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kusalpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj (jharkhand) to Kusalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Kusalpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusalpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusalpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusalpur
Where is Kusalpur located?
Kusalpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusalpur is Parshurampur.
What is the pincode of Kusalpur?
The pincode of Kusalpur is 813209.
What is the population of Kusalpur?
Kusalpur has a total population of 4,384, including 2,279 males and 2,105 females.
How many households are there in Kusalpur?
There are 774 households in Kusalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusalpur is 32.34%. Male literacy is 38.48% and female literacy is 25.70%.