Kusaia - Jamua, Giridih
Kusaia is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Shali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusaia is 351190. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.34 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Kusaia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kusaia
According to the 2011 Census, Kusaia village had a total population of 861 people, including 470 males and 391 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.43%, with male literacy at 66.85% and female literacy at 31.46%.
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 | 861 | 470 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 99 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 248 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 222 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Kusaia
Kusaia 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 Kusaia
Kusaia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusaia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Giridih to Kusaia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusaia 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 Kusaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusaia 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kusaia
Where is Kusaia located?
Kusaia village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusaia is Shali.
What is the pincode of Kusaia?
The pincode of Kusaia is 825412.
What is the population of Kusaia?
Kusaia had a total population of 861, including 470 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Kusaia?
Kusaia had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusaia was 50.43%. Male literacy was 66.85% and female literacy was 31.46%.