Kusahi - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Kusahi is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kushahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusahi is 503443. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.49 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kusahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusahi
As per Census 2011, Kusahi village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 580 males and 553 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 580 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 384 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 196 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Kusahi
Kusahi 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 Kusahi
Kusahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Kusahi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Kusahi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusahi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kusahi
Where is Kusahi located?
Kusahi village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusahi is Kushahi.
What is the pincode of Kusahi?
The pincode of Kusahi is 486882.
What is the population of Kusahi?
Kusahi has a total population of 1,133, including 580 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Kusahi?
There are 198 households in Kusahi.
What is the literacy rate in Kusahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusahi is 58.69%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 50.81%.