Usuma
Usuma is a village located in Cuttack Sadar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Cuttack Sadar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Usuma village is also a gram panchayat.
Usuma has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Usuma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Usuma is 400097. The village spans a total geographical area of 282 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 753011. Cuttack is nearest town to Usuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Usuma village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Usuma
Population of Usuma
Below is a concise population overview of Usuma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,117 | 1,587 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 139 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 224 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,472 | 1,349 | 1,123 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 238 | 407 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Usuma village:
- The total population of Usuma village is around 3,117, including approximately 1,587 males and 1,530 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 299 children aged 0–6 years in Usuma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Usuma village has 458 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Usuma village is about 79.31%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 73.40%.
- There are around 760 households in Usuma village.
Connectivity of Usuma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Usuma. As per the 2011 stats, Usuma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Usuma
Knowing the nearby villages of Usuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Usuma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Usuma
- Where is Usuma located?
- Usuma village is situated in Cuttack Sadar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Usuma?
- Usuma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Usuma?
- The pincode of Usuma is 753011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Usuma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Usuma is 3,117, with 1,587 males and 1,530 females.
- How many households are there in Usuma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Usuma village has a total of 760 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Usuma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Usuma is 79.31%. The male literacy rate is 85.00%, while the female literacy rate is 73.40%.