Kusur - Mawal, Pune
Kusur is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Khand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusur is 555900. The village covers a total geographical area of 1714 hectares and falls under the 412106 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kusur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kusur
As per Census 2011, Kusur village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 310 males and 289 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 310 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 203 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 107 | 175 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahuli | East | 3.10 km |
| Saidongar | West | 3.20 km |
| Humgaon | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Khand | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Jambhavali | South | 4.56 km |
| Dhak | West | 4.59 km |
| Thoran | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Kambare Andar Mawal | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Vaijanath | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Sandashi | South-West | 5.68 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 Nagnath Cabin, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Kusur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kusur 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusur
Where is Kusur located?
Kusur village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusur is Khand.
What is the pincode of Kusur?
The pincode of Kusur is 412106.
What is the population of Kusur?
Kusur has a total population of 599, including 310 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Kusur?
There are 112 households in Kusur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusur is 52.92%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 39.45%.