Kusapur - Bhiwandi, Thane
Kusapur is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kusapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusapur is 552559. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.51 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kusapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kusapur village had a total population of 422 people, including 217 males and 205 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.68%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 77.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 422 | 217 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 26 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 179 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 38 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kusapur
Kusapur 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 Kusapur
Kusapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kusapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Kusapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kusapur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusapur
Where is Kusapur located?
Kusapur village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kusapur?
Kusapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kusapur?
The pincode of Kusapur is 421302.
What is the population of Kusapur?
Kusapur had a total population of 422, including 217 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kusapur?
Kusapur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapur was 85.68%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 77.72%.