Husmu - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Husmu is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. Netarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Husmu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Husmu is 367111. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Husmu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Husmu
According to the 2011 Census, Husmu village had a total population of 281 people, including 151 males and 130 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 149 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 89 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 62 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Husmu
Husmu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arahans | South | 2.12 km |
| Nawatoli | East | 2.14 km |
| Aigu | North | 2.63 km |
| Horeheng | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Hurmundatoli | East | 3.18 km |
| Belwar | West | 3.26 km |
| Paharkapur | West | 3.60 km |
| Chormanrwa | South | 4.43 km |
| South-West | 4.50 km | |
| Kawarki | North-West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Husmu
Husmu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| 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 Latehar to Husmu is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Husmu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Husmu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Husmu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Husmu 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 Husmu
Where is Husmu located?
Husmu village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Husmu?
The Gram Panchayat of Husmu is Netarhat.
What is the pincode of Husmu?
The pincode of Husmu is 822119.
What is the population of Husmu?
Husmu had a total population of 281, including 151 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Husmu?
Husmu had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Husmu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Husmu was 66.07%. Male literacy was 77.39% and female literacy was 54.13%.