Kusumkani - Patnagarh, Balangir
Kusumkani is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Ulba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumkani is 420634. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 2 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 93 people, including 45 males and 48 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.51%, with male literacy at 46.15% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
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
Public transport in the Kusumkani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kusumkani is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumkani is Ulba.
What is the pincode of Kusumkani?
The pincode of Kusumkani is 767025.
What is the population of Kusumkani?
Kusumkani had a total population of 93, including 45 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kusumkani?
Kusumkani had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumkani was 39.51%. Male literacy was 46.15% and female literacy was 33.33%.