Kusumwade - Shahade, Nandurbar
Kusumwade is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Kusumwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumwade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumwade is 525468. The village covers a total geographical area of 692 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kusumwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumwade
As per Census 2011, Kusumwade village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,114 males and 1,102 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,863 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusumwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,114 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,863 | 937 | 926 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 680 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 434 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumwade
Kusumwade 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 Kusumwade
Kusumwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shahade to Kusumwade is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Kusumwade is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumwade 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusumwade
Where is Kusumwade located?
Kusumwade village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumwade?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumwade is Kusumwada.
What is the pincode of Kusumwade?
The pincode of Kusumwade is 425432.
What is the population of Kusumwade?
Kusumwade has a total population of 2,216, including 1,114 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Kusumwade?
There are 443 households in Kusumwade.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumwade is 51.22%. Male literacy is 61.04% and female literacy is 41.29%.