Kesula - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Kesula is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Nemalo and around 50 km from Cuttack. Bandhakatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesula is 399847. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 754209 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kesula 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 Kesula
As per Census 2011, Kesula village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 403 males and 383 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 403 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 338 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 65 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Kesula
Kesula 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 Kesula
Public transport in the Kesula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Kesula is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kesula
Where is Kesula located?
Kesula village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesula is Bandhakatia.
What is the pincode of Kesula?
The pincode of Kesula is 754209.
What is the population of Kesula?
Kesula has a total population of 786, including 403 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Kesula?
There are 208 households in Kesula.
What is the literacy rate in Kesula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesula is 76.08%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 67.89%.