Kusal - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Kusal is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from Narasinghpur and around 151 km from Cuttack. Chakamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusal is 398472. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kusal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusal
According to the 2011 Census, Kusal village had a total population of 22 people, including 10 males and 12 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.11%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kusal
Kusal 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 Kusal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kusal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kusal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kusal is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kusal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kusal
Where is Kusal located?
Kusal village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kusal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusal is Chakamunda.
What is the pincode of Kusal?
The pincode of Kusal is 754032.
What is the population of Kusal?
Kusal had a total population of 22, including 10 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Kusal?
Kusal had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusal was 61.11%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 33.33%.