Kusur - Junnar, Pune
Kusur is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kusur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusur is 555336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.19 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kusur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kusur
As per Census 2011, Kusur village has a total population of 2,904 people, consisting of 1,456 males and 1,448 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,133 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,904 | 1,456 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,214 | 610 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 2,133 | 1,169 | 964 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 287 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Kusur
Kusur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barav | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Somatwadi | North | 2.40 km |
| Dhamankhel | East | 2.62 km |
| Katede | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Yenere | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Nirgude | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Padali | North | 3.89 km |
| Nimgaon Tarf Mahalunge | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Vadaj | South | 4.18 km |
| Belsar | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusur
Kusur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Kusur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kusur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusur
Where is Kusur located?
Kusur village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusur?
Kusur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusur?
The pincode of Kusur is 410502.
What is the population of Kusur?
Kusur has a total population of 2,904, including 1,456 males and 1,448 females.
How many households are there in Kusur?
There are 594 households in Kusur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusur is 73.45%. Male literacy is 80.29% and female literacy is 66.57%.