Kusundaspur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Kusundaspur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusundaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusundaspur is 399538. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kusundaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusundaspur
As per Census 2011, Kusundaspur village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 190 males and 171 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusundaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 190 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 36 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kusundaspur
Kusundaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhukunia | North-East | 0.69 km |
| Bhanraj | West | 0.90 km |
| Jasuapur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Malipura | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Mahanga | East | 1.89 km |
| Kedareswar | South | 1.93 km |
| Alijoda | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Chahapada | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Pallisahi | South | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kusundaspur
Kusundaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Kusundaspur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusundaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusundaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusundaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusundaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kusundaspur
Where is Kusundaspur located?
Kusundaspur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusundaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusundaspur is Mahanga.
What is the pincode of Kusundaspur?
The pincode of Kusundaspur is 754206.
What is the population of Kusundaspur?
Kusundaspur has a total population of 361, including 190 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Kusundaspur?
There are 95 households in Kusundaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kusundaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusundaspur is 80.06%. Male literacy is 81.05% and female literacy is 78.95%.