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
According to the 2011 Census, Kusahi village had a total population of 1,133 people, including 580 males and 553 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 76.95% and female literacy at 58.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,133, including 580 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Kusahi?
Kusahi had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusahi was 68.00%. Male literacy was 76.95% and female literacy was 58.66%.