Kushma - Fatehpur, Jamtara
Kushma is a village situated in the Fatehpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Banudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushma is 373194. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.29 hectares and falls under the 814166 pincode.
Kushma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kushma
According to the 2011 Census, Kushma village had a total population of 609 people, including 321 males and 288 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.94%, with male literacy at 77.04% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 460.
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 | 609 | 321 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 235 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 198 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 123 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Kushma
Kushma 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 Kushma
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kushma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jamtara to Kushma is about 48 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 Kushma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushma 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kushma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kushma
Where is Kushma located?
Kushma village is located in Fatehpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kushma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushma is Banudih.
What is the pincode of Kushma?
The pincode of Kushma is 814166.
What is the population of Kushma?
Kushma had a total population of 609, including 321 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Kushma?
Kushma had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushma was 66.94%. Male literacy was 77.04% and female literacy was 56.07%.