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.
Here you can discover what makes Usuma unique in its vibrant Cuttack Sadar-Cuttack region. You’ll see Usuma’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Usuma has a total population of about 3,117, with approximately 1,587 males and 1,530 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 458 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.31%, with male literacy at about 85.00% and female literacy near 73.40%. There are around 760 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Usuma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.