Kusumkani - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Kusumkani is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Patnagarh and around 69 km from Balangir. Luhasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumkani is 420585. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kusumkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusumkani
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumkani village had a total population of 118 people, including 59 males and 59 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.96%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumkani
Kusumkani 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 Kusumkani
Kusumkani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Kusumkani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kusumkani is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusumkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumkani
Where is Kusumkani located?
Kusumkani village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumkani is Luhasingha.
What is the pincode of Kusumkani?
The pincode of Kusumkani is 767025.
What is the population of Kusumkani?
Kusumkani had a total population of 118, including 59 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kusumkani?
Kusumkani had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumkani was 67.96%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 53.06%.