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
As per Census 2011, Kusapada village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 296 males and 303 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kusapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 296 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 15 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 599, including 296 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kusapada?
There are 136 households in Kusapada.
What is the literacy rate in Kusapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusapada is 70.62%. Male literacy is 76.69% and female literacy is 64.69%.