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
According to the 2011 Census, Kusapur village had a total population of 608 people, including 309 males and 299 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.65%, with male literacy at 46.31% and female literacy at 26.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 608, including 309 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Kusapur?
Kusapur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapur was 36.65%. Male literacy was 46.31% and female literacy was 26.78%.