Kusri - Loharghat, Solan
Kusri is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 97 km from Solan. Bheunkhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusri is 020534. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Kusri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusri
According to the 2011 Census, Kusri village had a total population of 131 people, including 67 males and 64 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.33%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 61.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kusri
Kusri 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 Kusri
Kusri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kusri is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kusri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusri
Where is Kusri located?
Kusri village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusri is Bheunkhari.
What is the pincode of Kusri?
The pincode of Kusri is 174102.
What is the population of Kusri?
Kusri had a total population of 131, including 67 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Kusri?
Kusri had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusri was 68.33%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 61.67%.