Kusumkhuta - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Kusumkhuta is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Birjhuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumkhuta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumkhuta is 446921. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.39 hectares and falls under the 493662 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kusumkhuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumkhuta
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumkhuta village had a total population of 254 people, including 131 males and 123 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.69%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 254 | 131 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 93 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 38 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumkhuta
Kusumkhuta 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 Kusumkhuta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kusumkhuta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kurud to Kusumkhuta is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Kusumkhuta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumkhuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumkhuta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumkhuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumkhuta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kusumkhuta
Where is Kusumkhuta located?
Kusumkhuta village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusumkhuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumkhuta is Birjhuli.
What is the pincode of Kusumkhuta?
The pincode of Kusumkhuta is 493662.
What is the population of Kusumkhuta?
Kusumkhuta had a total population of 254, including 131 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Kusumkhuta?
Kusumkhuta had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumkhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumkhuta was 68.69%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 52.43%.