Kusunkharie - Simulia, Balasore
Kusunkharie is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Similia and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusunkharie village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusunkharie is 394163. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.31 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kusunkharie village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusunkharie
According to the 2011 Census, Kusunkharie village had a total population of 210 people, including 114 males and 96 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.55%.
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 | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kusunkharie
Kusunkharie 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 Kusunkharie
Kusunkharie 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 Kusunkharie.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhadrak to Kusunkharie is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kusunkharie is about 53 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 Kusunkharie
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusunkharie village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kusunkharie
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusunkharie village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusunkharie
Where is Kusunkharie located?
Kusunkharie village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusunkharie?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusunkharie is Bari.
What is the pincode of Kusunkharie?
The pincode of Kusunkharie is 756134.
What is the population of Kusunkharie?
Kusunkharie had a total population of 210, including 114 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kusunkharie?
Kusunkharie had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusunkharie?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusunkharie was 96.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.55%.