Kusmuda - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Kusmuda is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Banjipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusmuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusmuda is 380770. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 768031 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kusmuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusmuda
As per Census 2011, Kusmuda village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 467 males and 481 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 668 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusmuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 467 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 98 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 374 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 93 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Kusmuda
Kusmuda 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 Kusmuda
Kusmuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Kusmuda is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusmuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusmuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kusmuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusmuda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kusmuda
Where is Kusmuda located?
Kusmuda village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusmuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusmuda is Banjipali.
What is the pincode of Kusmuda?
The pincode of Kusmuda is 768031.
What is the population of Kusmuda?
Kusmuda has a total population of 948, including 467 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Kusmuda?
There are 205 households in Kusmuda.
What is the literacy rate in Kusmuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusmuda is 70.46%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 61.12%.