Kusapur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Kusapur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusapur is 240359. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kusapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusapur
As per Census 2011, Kusapur village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 309 males and 299 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 113 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 196 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Kusapur
Kusapur 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 Kusapur
Kusapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Kusapur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Kusapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusapur
Where is Kusapur located?
Kusapur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusapur is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Kusapur?
The pincode of Kusapur is 813204.
What is the population of Kusapur?
Kusapur has a total population of 608, including 309 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Kusapur?
There are 111 households in Kusapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapur is 29.11%. Male literacy is 36.57% and female literacy is 21.40%.