Kusur
Kusur is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kusur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kusur unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Kusur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kusur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kusur is 564594. The village spans a total geographical area of 582.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415103. Karad is nearest town to Kusur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kusur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kusur
Population of Kusur
According to the 2011 Census, Kusur has a total population of about 1,875, with approximately 945 males and 930 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.56%, with male literacy at about 81.80% and female literacy near 75.27%. There are around 443 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kusur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,875 | 945 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 773 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 172 | 230 |
Connectivity of Kusur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kusur. As per the 2011 stats, Kusur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kusur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kusur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kusur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kusur
- Where is Kusur located?
- Kusur village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kusur?
- Kusur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kusur?
- The pincode of Kusur is 415103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kusur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kusur is 1,875, with 945 males and 930 females.
- How many households are there in Kusur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kusur village has a total of 443 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kusur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kusur is 78.56%. The male literacy rate is 81.80%, while the female literacy rate is 75.27%.