Kusuma
Kusuma is a village located in Dhamanagar tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamanagar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Dakpur is the gram panchayat of Kusuma village.
Here you can discover what makes Kusuma unique in its vibrant Dhamanagar-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Kusuma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kusuma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kusuma is 394638. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756117. Bhadrak is nearest town to Kusuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kusuma
Population of Kusuma
According to the 2011 Census, Kusuma has a total population of about 855, with approximately 428 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.08%, with male literacy at about 83.64% and female literacy near 70.49%. There are around 149 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kusuma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 428 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 659 | 358 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 70 | 126 |
Connectivity of Kusuma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kusuma. As per the 2011 stats, Kusuma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kusuma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kusuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kusuma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kusuma
- Where is Kusuma located?
- Kusuma village is situated in Dhamanagar Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kusuma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kusuma is Dakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kusuma?
- The pincode of Kusuma is 756117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kusuma is 855, with 428 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kusuma village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kusuma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kusuma is 77.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.