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
According to the 2011 Census, Kesula village had a total population of 786 people, including 403 males and 383 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.94%, with male literacy at 92.35% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 786 | 403 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 786, including 403 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Kesula?
Kesula had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesula was 82.94%. Male literacy was 92.35% and female literacy was 73.24%.