Kushdih - Hariharganj, Palamu
Kushdih is a village situated in the Hariharganj subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Kataiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kushdih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushdih is 365273. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 822131 pincode.
Kushdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kushdih
According to the 2011 Census, Kushdih village had a total population of 713 people, including 355 males and 358 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.27%, with male literacy at 72.11% and female literacy at 54.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 713 | 355 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 212 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 143 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kushdih
Kushdih 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 Kushdih
Kushdih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kushdih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushdih 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 Kushdih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushdih 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kushdih
Where is Kushdih located?
Kushdih village is located in Hariharganj Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kushdih?
The Gram Panchayat of Kushdih is Kataiya.
What is the pincode of Kushdih?
The pincode of Kushdih is 822131.
What is the population of Kushdih?
Kushdih had a total population of 713, including 355 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Kushdih?
Kushdih had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushdih was 63.27%. Male literacy was 72.11% and female literacy was 54.75%.