Kushmunda - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Kushmunda is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Hat Gamharia and around 45 km from Chaibasa. Kushmunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kushmunda is 378040. The village covers a total geographical area of 933 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Kushmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majhganon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kushmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kushmunda village had a total population of 3,182 people, including 1,549 males and 1,633 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.68%, with male literacy at 69.54% and female literacy at 42.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,104.
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 | 3,182 | 1,549 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 295 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,104 | 1,009 | 1,095 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 872 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,746 | 677 | 1,069 |
Nearby Villages of Kushmunda
Kushmunda 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 Kushmunda
Kushmunda 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 >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 Chaibasa to Kushmunda is about 45 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 Kushmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kushmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kushmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kushmunda 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 Kushmunda
Where is Kushmunda located?
Kushmunda village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kushmunda?
Kushmunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kushmunda?
The pincode of Kushmunda is 833214.
What is the population of Kushmunda?
Kushmunda had a total population of 3,182, including 1,549 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Kushmunda?
Kushmunda had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kushmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushmunda was 55.68%. Male literacy was 69.54% and female literacy was 42.57%.