Kusagaon - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Kusagaon is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Girgon-kusgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusagaon is 566744. The village covers a total geographical area of 757.63 hectares and falls under the 416520 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kusagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kusagaon village had a total population of 410 people, including 200 males and 210 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 87.77% and female literacy at 73.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 410 | 200 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 165 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 35 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kusagaon
Kusagaon 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 Kusagaon
Kusagaon 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 | 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 Sawantwadi to Kusagaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Kusagaon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusagaon
Where is Kusagaon located?
Kusagaon village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusagaon is Girgon-kusgaon.
What is the pincode of Kusagaon?
The pincode of Kusagaon is 416520.
What is the population of Kusagaon?
Kusagaon had a total population of 410, including 200 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kusagaon?
Kusagaon had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusagaon was 80.59%. Male literacy was 87.77% and female literacy was 73.40%.