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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kushmunda village has a total population of 3,182 people, consisting of 1,549 males and 1,633 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 1,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kushmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,182 | 1,549 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 295 | 308 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,182, including 1,549 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Kushmunda?
There are 578 households in Kushmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kushmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kushmunda is 45.13%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 34.54%.