Kusunadaspur - Oupada, Balasore
Kusunadaspur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Gadasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusunadaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusunadaspur is 393372. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kusunadaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusunadaspur
As per Census 2011, Kusunadaspur village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 350 males and 365 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusunadaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 350 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 254 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 96 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Kusunadaspur
Kusunadaspur 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 Kusunadaspur
Kusunadaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Soro to Kusunadaspur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kusunadaspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusunadaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusunadaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kusunadaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusunadaspur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kusunadaspur
Where is Kusunadaspur located?
Kusunadaspur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusunadaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusunadaspur is Gadasahi.
What is the pincode of Kusunadaspur?
The pincode of Kusunadaspur is 756049.
What is the population of Kusunadaspur?
Kusunadaspur has a total population of 715, including 350 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Kusunadaspur?
There are 150 households in Kusunadaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusunadaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusunadaspur is 59.44%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 46.85%.