Kusadgaon - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Kusadgaon is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Jamkhed and around 77 km from Ahmadnagar. Kusadgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusadgaon is 558649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Kusadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kusadgaon village had a total population of 1,631 people, including 880 males and 751 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.82%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 59.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 1,631 | 880 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 628 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 252 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Kusadgaon
Kusadgaon 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 Kusadgaon
Public transport in the Kusadgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Kusadgaon is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusadgaon
Where is Kusadgaon located?
Kusadgaon village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kusadgaon?
Kusadgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusadgaon?
The pincode of Kusadgaon is 413201.
What is the population of Kusadgaon?
Kusadgaon had a total population of 1,631, including 880 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Kusadgaon?
Kusadgaon had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusadgaon was 70.82%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 59.19%.