Kusur - Solapur South, Solapur
Kusur is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kusur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusur is 562777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085 hectares and falls under the 413221 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusur
As per Census 2011, Kusur village has a total population of 3,000 people, consisting of 1,516 males and 1,484 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 1,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,000 | 1,516 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 215 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 134 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,064 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 452 | 709 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanapur | South | 2.03 km |
| Vadapur | North | 3.50 km |
| Sidhdapur | West | 3.79 km |
| Vinchur | East | 4.98 km |
| Miri | North-West | 6.36 km |
| Antroli | North-East | 6.40 km |
| Shankar Nagar | East | 6.58 km |
| Jamgaon Kh | North | 6.60 km |
| Tandor | North-West | 6.61 km |
| Telgaon Mandrup | South | 7.12 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 Bale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 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 Solapur to Kusur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusur
Where is Kusur located?
Kusur village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur 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 413221.
What is the population of Kusur?
Kusur has a total population of 3,000, including 1,516 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Kusur?
There are 620 households in Kusur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusur is 61.30%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 52.22%.