Kusumbhya - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kusumbhya is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kusumbhya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumbhya is 476882. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.49 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kusumbhya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kusumbhya
As per Census 2011, Kusumbhya village has a total population of 1,362 people, consisting of 679 males and 683 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,343 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumbhya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 679 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,343 | 669 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 259 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 420 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumbhya
Kusumbhya 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 Kusumbhya
Kusumbhya 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Kusumbhya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kusumbhya is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumbhya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumbhya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumbhya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumbhya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusumbhya
Where is Kusumbhya located?
Kusumbhya village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumbhya?
Kusumbhya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusumbhya?
The pincode of Kusumbhya is 451224.
What is the population of Kusumbhya?
Kusumbhya has a total population of 1,362, including 679 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Kusumbhya?
There are 280 households in Kusumbhya.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumbhya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumbhya is 32.23%. Male literacy is 38.14% and female literacy is 26.35%.