Kusmaha Khurd - Pali, Umaria
Kusmaha Khurd is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Kushmhakhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusmaha Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusmaha Khurd is 468172. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.2 hectares and falls under the 484001 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kusmaha Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kusmaha Khurd
As per Census 2011, Kusmaha Khurd village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 462 males and 412 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 477 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusmaha Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 462 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 254 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 192 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 270 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Kusmaha Khurd
Kusmaha Khurd 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 Kusmaha Khurd
Kusmaha Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusmaha Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Kusmaha Khurd is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Kusmaha Khurd is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusmaha Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusmaha Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusmaha Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusmaha Khurd 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 Kusmaha Khurd
Where is Kusmaha Khurd located?
Kusmaha Khurd village is located in Pali Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusmaha Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusmaha Khurd is Kushmhakhurd.
What is the pincode of Kusmaha Khurd?
The pincode of Kusmaha Khurd is 484001.
What is the population of Kusmaha Khurd?
Kusmaha Khurd has a total population of 874, including 462 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Kusmaha Khurd?
There are 201 households in Kusmaha Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Kusmaha Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusmaha Khurd is 33.52%. Male literacy is 41.56% and female literacy is 24.51%.