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
As per Census 2011, Kusagaon village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 200 males and 210 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusagaon are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 410, including 200 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kusagaon?
There are 109 households in Kusagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kusagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusagaon is 73.90%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 65.71%.