Kusumdihi - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Kusumdihi is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Dwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusumdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusumdihi is 380829. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 768031 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kusumdihi 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 Kusumdihi
According to the 2011 Census, Kusumdihi village had a total population of 255 people, including 129 males and 126 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.58%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 66.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 94 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kusumdihi
Kusumdihi 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 Kusumdihi
Kusumdihi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusumdihi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Kusumdihi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusumdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusumdihi 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 Kusumdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusumdihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusumdihi
Where is Kusumdihi located?
Kusumdihi village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusumdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusumdihi is Dwari.
What is the pincode of Kusumdihi?
The pincode of Kusumdihi is 768031.
What is the population of Kusumdihi?
Kusumdihi had a total population of 255, including 129 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Kusumdihi?
Kusumdihi had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusumdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusumdihi was 76.58%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 66.09%.