Kusapada - Dharakote, Ganjam
Kusapada is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Jahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusapada is 411300. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kusapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kusapada
According to the 2011 Census, Kusapada village had a total population of 599 people, including 296 males and 303 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.96%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 73.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 599 | 296 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 15 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 227 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 69 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kusapada
Kusapada 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 Kusapada
Kusapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Kusapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kusapada is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusapada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kusapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusapada 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 Kusapada
Where is Kusapada located?
Kusapada village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusapada is Jahada.
What is the pincode of Kusapada?
The pincode of Kusapada is 761107.
What is the population of Kusapada?
Kusapada had a total population of 599, including 296 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kusapada?
Kusapada had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapada was 79.96%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 73.41%.